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PhD student: Secure AI for maritime propulsion

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  • Level
    Experienced
  • Job Field
    Data
  • Employment Type
    Full Time
  • Contract Type
    Internship / school internship
  • Location
    Augsburg
  • Working Model
    Onsite
  • Job Summary

    In this role, you develop AI methods to optimize marine propulsion systems using alternative fuels. You analyze operational data and simulate efficiency scenarios to reduce emissions and ensure safe operating strategies.

    Job Technologies

    Your role in the team

    • The doctoral thesis deals with the development of secure AI methods for maritime propulsion systems powered by alternative fuels such as methanol.
    • The goal is to increase operational flexibility and reduce emissions - a significant contribution to the decarbonization of shipping in line with the objectives of the International Maritime Organization (IMO).
    • Optimization of engine operation through AI: Analysis of engine operation data to adjust combustion and drive strategies.
    • Efficient use of alternative fuels: Dynamic adaptation to varying properties of methanol and other fuels.
    • Simulation and evaluation of operational scenarios: Use of AI for modeling and analyzing numerous scenarios to achieve maximum efficiency and sustainability.
    • Safety aspects: Ensuring the safe operation within the physical and mechanical limits of maritime propulsion systems.
    • Validation of methods: implementation and testing both in simulations and on real engines in collaboration with a university and a testing facility.

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    Our expectations of you

    Education

    • Very good master's degree (or equivalent) in computer science, engineering, or related disciplines (typically mathematics, physics).

    Qualifications

    • Excellent spoken and written English skills are required.
    • Solid knowledge of Machine Learning, as well as at least one programming language, e.g., Python, MATLAB, or C/C++.
    • High motivation and enjoyment in working within an international and interdisciplinary team.
    • Prior knowledge in the following areas is advantageous: control engineering, internal combustion engines.

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    Job Locations

    • Location Augsburg

      Bayern

      Germany

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    MAN Energy Solutions

    MAN Energy Solutions

    MAN Energy Solutions ebnet den Weg in eine klimaneutrale Weltwirtschaft. Ob Industrieproduktion, Energie- oder maritime Wirtschaft: Wir denken ganzheitlich und packen schon heute die Herausforderungen von morgen an - für eine nachhaltige Wertschöpfung unserer Kunden. In unserem Technologieportfolio steckt die Erfahrung aus über 250 Jahren Ingenieurstradition.

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  • Company Type
    Established Company
  • Working Model
    Hybrid, Onsite
  • Industry
    Engineering Industry
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    PhD student: Secure AI for maritime propulsion

    Location
    Augsburg
    Working Model
    Onsite
    Diversity
    Open for all genders

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