Research Expert (m/f/d)

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.