PhD Student Steer-by-Wire (f/m/d)

<p> </p> <p> </p><h2><b>Work environment</b></h2> <p>Dive into the Future of Vehicle Control! At VW Group Components, you will work as a doctoral candidate on a cutting-edge topic in steering system development: You will develop a method for cost and performance evaluation of a steering module within the lateral control system of an X-by-Wire vehicle. In a modern, interdisciplinary environment, you will actively shape the mobility of tomorrow. You can expect an innovative team, state-of-the-art technologies, and direct practical relevance to series production development. Take the opportunity to combine your scientific work with real-world challenges – and become part of a strong corporate network. </p><h2><b>Possible Tasks within this Role</b></h2> <ul> <li>Conduct a comprehensive literature and patent review on the state of the art and current research in the field of vehicle lateral control and X-by-Wire systems</li> <li>Model a complete system consisting of relevant components such as steer-by-wire steering, rear-axle steering, and brake control systems</li> <li>Develop an evaluation method to analyze dependencies between technical characteristics of the components and to optimize their design</li> <li>Integrate driver-related evaluation criteria, using the example of functional distribution between front and rear axle steering</li> <li>Design and execute an experimental setup to validate the developed method under realistic conditions</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span>The final doctoral topic is defined together with the professor. The prerequisite for the cooperation is the confirmation of supervision as well as a confirmed delimitation of topics by the professor of a university or research institution entitled to confer a doctorate.</span></p><h2><b>Qualification requirements</b></h2> <ul> <li>Good to very good university degree qualifying for doctoral studies in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or industrial engineering</li> <li>Knowledge in automotive engineering and vehicle dynamics</li> <li>Experience with electromechanical steering systems</li> <li>Experience with tools such as Matlab/Simulink and the application of artificial intelligence</li> <li>German or English language level B2</li> </ul><h2><b>Keywords</b></h2> <p>System Development, Vehicle Dynamics, Function Design, Validation, Steering Technology</p> <p><span><strong>What we offer </strong></span></p> <ul> <li><span>Attractive salary &amp; 30 vacation days (+ 24.12. and 31.12. off)</span></li> <li><span>35-hour week, flexible working hours, remote work</span></li> <li><span>Special conditions for the purchase and leasing of vehicles</span></li> <li><span>Free seminars on scientific work and interdisciplinary qualifications</span></li> <li><span>Participation in the doctoral network for scientific exchange with science representatives and other doctoral candidates within the Volkswagen Group</span></li> </ul> <p>Contact person for this posting: Fabian Wenzel</p>