Master's Thesis

**Work environment**:
Our casting development team at the Kassel site, together with the Large Casting Competence Center, plays a leading role within the group in shaping the casting products and processes of the future. A key focus is the optimization of gating systems to further improve the quality, efficiency, and reproducibility of casting processes. Together with you, we aim to develop a methodology that enables systematic evaluation and optimization of gating systems for large cast parts. Become part of our team - we’re excited to meet you

**Possible tasks within this role**:

- Develop and validate a methodology for optimizing gating systems for large cast components
- Evaluate developed concepts in terms of castability, thermal stress, and susceptibility to defects
- Consider real-world defect patterns in the optimization results
- Integrate the developed methodology into existing development processes and tools

**Qualification requirements**:

- Master’s degree students in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field
- Good to very good academic performance
- Basic knowledge of casting technology and/or flow simulation, as well as programming skills (preferably in Python), is desirable
- Experience with optimization methods (e.g., topology optimization, parametric optimization) and simulation software (e.g., Flow3D, MAGMASOFT, OpenFOAM) is a plus
- Ability to work independently and solve problems experimentally
- German language skills at B2 level, English at B1 level
- Curriculum Vitae
- Current certificate of enrollment
- Current academic transcript
- Work permit for non-EU citizens
- In case of a compulsory internship, a certificate from the university

**Keywords**:
Production Informatics, Computational Engineering, CAE (Computer-Aided Engineering), Design Automation, Thermomechanical Analysis, Machine Learning in Engineering, Digital Twin, Additive Manufacturing, Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Sustainable Manufacturing

Kontakt für diese Ausschreibung: Maximilian Kaeding
- Job ID: 17177
- Company: Volkswagen AG
- Location: Baunatal, DE, 34225
- Department: Research and Development
- Career Level: Interns
- Working Model: Full-time
- Contract Type: Fixed-term
- Remote Working: Up to 20%
- Posting Date: Oct 28, 2025