Software Developer for CAx Planning of Laser-Based Additive Manufacturing Processes

vor 3 Wochen


Aachen, Nordrhein-Westfalen, Deutschland Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft Vollzeit

At Fraunhofer IPT, we are pushing the boundaries of digital production. As a software developer, you will play a key role in our research group, developing innovative CAx planning software for laser-based additive manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Research and development of CAx chains and digital tools for additive manufacturing
  • Development of a concept for slicing components and coordinate transformation
  • Programming scripts to convert CAx data into the required process format
  • Visualization and validation of the converted data on the real machine

Requirements:

  • Master's degree in mechanical engineering, computer science, or a related field
  • Initial knowledge of programming with Python or MatLab
  • Experience with lasers or additive manufacturing processes is a plus
  • Independent work style and ability to collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
  • Good language skills in German and/or English

What We Offer:

  • Scientific work on a current and practice-relevant topic
  • Professional supervision and technical support during the preparation of your thesis
  • A state-of-the-art machine park equipped with edge cloud systems and 5G infrastructure

We value diversity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.

Fraunhofer IPT is a leading research institution in the field of production technology. Our focus is on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry.



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