Background
In our ongoing pursuit to deliver increasingly efficient and intelligent products, we constantly challenge our established processes and methods. From the perspective of construction materials, steel and aluminium stand out due to their extensive use in car bodies – making up to 65% of an average vehicle’s composition of approximately two tons – making them key areas for further investigation and improvement.

During this thesis work, you will investigate the effects of paint-baking temperature and time on the mechanical properties and microstructures of automotive metallic materials, with a particular focus on hot forming steel sheets. Most importantly, you will aim to connect your findings to the potential benefits of optimising the paint-baking process, considering its impacts from both manufacturing and environmental perspectives.

You will connect with suppliers and stakeholders from key related areas, such as CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering) in safety, manufacturing, sustainability, corrosion, etc., to gather and provide feedback in relation to your research.

Do you fit the profile?
• Technical university in Mechanical or Materials engineering or similar.
• Solid spoken and written English language skills, as this is the company’s work language.
• Enthusiasm and a proactive problem-solving attitude.

How to learn more and apply
Selection will be ongoing during the application period, so do not hesitate to send in your application. Attach your CV and personal letter stating your interests within the given area and your thoughts and credentials.
Apply as soon as possible but no later than 2024-11-25
Please note that applications via email will not be accepted.