PhD Algorithmic Design and Development for Automotive Engineering Processes (f/m/x)

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Die Dissertation ist ein bedeutsamer Schritt auf dem Weg zu einer wissenschaftlichen Karriere – die du zusammen mit uns gestalten kannst. An der Seite von erfahrenen Mentor:innen hast du die Möglichkeit, deine Leidenschaft und deine wissenschaftliche Kompetenz auf ganz reale Herausforderungen anzuwenden und die Zukunft der Mobilität mitzugestalten. 

The BMW Group is offering an exciting PhD position focused on fabrication-aware-design to advance car design and development. This research topic resides at the nexus of design considerations, functional evaluation, and manufacturing constraints within an end-to-end development process, integrated into a coherent engineering workflow. The position offers substantial opportunities for both personal and technical growth and the potential for meaningful impact within the automotive industry.

What awaits you?

• Research in generative systems for CAx workflows, i.e. CAD, CAE, CAM etc.
• Developing methods, algorithms and development processes for generating geometries with given requirements, such as manufacturability, structural mechanics, weight and cost.
• Analysis and integration of Fabrication requirements and constraints in the design framework in order to generate suitable geometries, e.g. through mathematical formulation.
• The vision is to enable innovative techniques in the real-life car development. Therefore a very tight collaboration with universities, as well as various BMW engineering and manufacturing departments is required.
• Publication of results and active contribution to the research community within BMW and the broader automotive ecosystems.

What should you bring along?

• Master’s degree in computer science, mathematics, engineering, or an equivalent field.
• Basic knowledge in Additive Manufacturing and Robotics.
• Basic knowledge in programming (e.g. Python).
• Good understanding of CAx artifacts (3D geometry, simulation model, etc.) and related workflows used in product design and development.
• Knowledge in graphical programming (low code, e.g. Synera, Grasshopper).
• Knowledge in basic vehicle design and automotive technology.
• Experience with commercial CAD, CAM, CAE, PIDO and optimization software.
• Interest in applied research with real-world impact.
• A track record of research contributions (publications, conference talks, or equivalent) is a plus.
• Business-fluent English; German language skills are a plus.

Are you motivated and keen to help us shape the mobility of tomorrow? Apply now!
Note: Please apply exclusively online through our career portal. Applications submitted via other channels (including email) cannot be considered. Citizens of countries outside the European Union must have a valid residence or work permit for the duration of the program.

What we offer?

• Comprehensive mentoring & onboarding.
• Personal & professional development.
• Flexible working hours.
• Digital offers & mobile working.
• Attractive, fair remuneration.
• Apartment offers for students (subject to availability & only Munich).
• And many other benefits - see bmw.jobs/benefits

Earliest starting date: 01.12.2025 
Duration: 36 months
Working hours: Full-time