Research Engineer (m/f/d) - Industrial PhD Candidate (Spray Combustion Research)

Responsibilities:

• Participation in a funded research project as PhD candidate relating to the research of spray and combustion for alternative fuels
• Experimentally investigate in-cylinder processes and hydraulic systems of large low-speed engines, specially focusing on the injection behaviour, combustion/emission characteristics
• Plan, design and manage experiments and measurement campaigns, leveraging expertise in spray combustion research
• Develop and maintain test facilities for investigating in-cylinder and injection processes
• Implement solutions for instrumentation, automation and control, as well as data acquisition solutions for new experimental setups
• Further develop data analysis tools, image-processing routines, and associated workflows for the evaluation and management of measurement data
• Prepare high-quality technical reports, scientific publications, and presentations, and effectively communicate research findings to internal and external stakeholders
• Monitor, evaluate, and report on international R&D activities, emerging technologies, and scientific developments within the field of research
• Supervise of allocated project personnel (e.g. Engineers, Trainees, Students)

Requirements:

• Minimum Master’s degree in (mechanical) engineering or equivalent
• Preferably knowledge of internal combustion engines and related injection/in-cylinder processes
• Experience with (laser-optical) experimental techniques and high-speed imaging for spray and combustion diagnostics is an asset
• Strong interest in data analysis, image processing, and scientific programming (e.g., Python, Matlab and LabVIEW).
• Flexible and open-minded way of thinking
• Good communication skills
• Be an effective team player, open and cooperative, in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment
• Fluent in English, German is advantage

Our Offer:

• An opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology for the future of shipping industry
• A dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network
• Award winning and extraordinary products
• Multi-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking
• Dynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome
• In-house technology training and professional development opportunities

We kindly ask you to send us your complete application, including a CV, diplomas/certificates and a letter of reference.