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PhD Student Steer-by-Wire

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Volkswagen AG

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Germany , Braunschweig

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Job Description:

Doctoral candidate position working on cutting-edge topic in steering system development: developing a method for cost and performance evaluation of a steering module within the lateral control system of an X-by-Wire vehicle

Job Responsibility:

  • 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
  • Model a complete system consisting of relevant components such as steer-by-wire steering, rear-axle steering, and brake control systems
  • Develop an evaluation method to analyze dependencies between technical characteristics of the components and to optimize their design
  • Integrate driver-related evaluation criteria, using the example of functional distribution between front and rear axle steering
  • Design and execute an experimental setup to validate the developed method under realistic conditions

Requirements:

  • Good to very good university degree qualifying for doctoral studies in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or industrial engineering
  • Knowledge in automotive engineering and vehicle dynamics
  • Experience with electromechanical steering systems
  • Experience with tools such as Matlab/Simulink and the application of artificial intelligence
  • German or English language level B2
What we offer:
  • Attractive salary
  • 30 vacation days (+ 24.12. and 31.12. off)
  • 35-hour week
  • Flexible working hours
  • Remote work
  • Special conditions for the purchase and leasing of vehicles
  • Free seminars on scientific work and interdisciplinary qualifications
  • Participation in the doctoral network for scientific exchange

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
September 19, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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