Stage - Automated ECU Software Download Cell

Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering

In short

This internship at Volvo Group in Oostakker, Belgium, focuses on developing a fully automated dark factory cell for ECU software downloads. The project involves mapping current processes, studying future programming methods with robots and vision systems, and defining a business case. The role is for a Master's student in (electro)mechanical engineering for the 2026-2027 academic year.

Responsibilities

Investigate how to develop a fully automated dark factory cell for ECU software downloads.
ECUs automatically from supplier packaging.
ECU type.
Correct software downloads to the ECU.
Download result validates.
ECUs per truck in a black box.
Automatically sends the bin to the correct assembly station via AGV.
Can work without an operator.
Mapping the current process for each of the 10 or more ECUs document: supplier, dimensions, weight, connector type, programming time, SWDL fixture and label information.
Internal logistic process (to SWDL area and to assembly station).
Investigate what programming tools (fixtures, adapters) are used.
Studying the future ECU programming process.
Can the manual process be replaced by a robot or cobot?
Explore vision camera solutions such as Cognex, Keyence, and SICK.
How much space is needed.
IS/IT infrastructure needed.
Do they support bulk SWDL?
Determine if each ECU can be programmed fully automatically without an operator.
Define business case.
Define investment budget.
What will be the productivity improvement.
What will be the quality improvement.
Risk assessment.
Return on investment.

Requirements

You are a Master's student in (electro)mechanical engineering.
You speak Dutch and English fluently.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with next-gen technologies and collaborative teams.
Shape sustainable transport and infrastructure solutions for the future.
Work at the largest Volvo Group truck factory worldwide.
Innovation and continuous improvement are standard.
Work with some of the sharpest and most creative brains in the field.
Contribute to leaving society in better shape for the next generation.
Be part of a culture of care, inclusiveness, and empowerment.
Work on innovative, sustainable technologies that redefine how we design, build, and deliver value.
Collaborate on solutions for a more sustainable tomorrow.

Skills

RobotCobotVision cameraCognexKeyenceSICK

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About Volvo Group

The Volvo Group is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of trucks, buses, construction equipment and marine and industrial engines. The Group also provides complete solutions for financing and service. The Volvo Group, with its headquarters in Gothenburg, employs about 100,000 people, has production facilities in 18 countries and sells its products in more than 190 markets.\n\n

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