Thesis worker 30 hp - Optimization of a Hydrodynamic Retarder

Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Manufacturing Engineering

In short

This master's thesis at TRATON R&D in Södertälje focuses on optimizing hydrodynamic retarders for heavy vehicles. You will work with senior engineers to develop and evaluate new hardware concepts and test methods, contributing to future braking system technology.

Responsibilities

Build an understanding of hydrodynamic retarders and their physical principles
Develop and evaluate new concepts
Create CAD models of proposed solutions
Plan and perform relevant calculations and analyses
Validate concepts using test data
Work closely with TRATON engineers and contribute to ongoing product development

Requirements

Master’s programme in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, or an equivalent field
Ability to work closely with TRATON engineers
Interest in developing and evaluating new concepts
Familiarity with CAD modeling
Ability to perform calculations and analyses
Willingness to validate concepts using test data

Desired Qualifications

Experience with hydrodynamic retarders
Knowledge of physical principles behind hydrodynamic retarders
Experience with test data validation

Benefits

Excellent way to get closer to TRATON and build relationships for the future
Opportunity to work alongside senior engineers
Possibility of remote work
Contribution to the development of future heavy-vehicle braking systems

Skills

CAD

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