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BT/MT: »Deep learning and machine learning in production«

Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft fraunhofer.de Open · verified Oct 22, 2026
Aachen Mid-level AI Research

At a glance

Mid-level AI Research role at Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft. Aachen.

Pay not stated AI Research salary

RoleAI Research
SeniorityMid-level
LocationAachen
PostedSep 14, 2026 · 5w ago
Role brief

aimlroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

  • Prepare production images and tables alongside specialists who know the relevant processes
  • Build deep-learning and machine-learning pipelines around the needs of each production application
  • Test learned approaches against conventional data-analysis methods
  • Validate findings and record how you reached them

What you bring

  • You are enrolled in mechanical engineering, computer science, industrial engineering or a related subject
  • Machine-learning experience is a plus, while initiative and collaborative habits matter
  • You communicate very well in both German and English

Who this fits

This thesis suits a student who wants to apply machine learning to production data. You’ll work with experts on industry projects, with applications taken into operation on site.

From the employer

In manufacturing, a wide variety of use cases exist where Deep Learning (DL) and Machine Learning (ML) are successfully applied. Examples of use cases include the production of rockets, stem cells to fight blood cancer, optics, or lightweight components. In particular, tabular and image data are recorded during production. In the context of the thesis, DL - as well as ML pipelines are to be created for the applications of the production, which are taken in our industry projects directly on site into the operation.

What you will do

  • Creation and preparation of image and tabular data in collaboration with experts
  • Implementation of DL & ML models depending on the use case
  • Comparison of DL-& ML-based methods with methods of classical data analysis
  • Validation and documentation of results

What you bring to the table

  • You are studying mechanical engineering, computer science, industrial engineering or a comparable subject
  • Experience in the field of machine learning is an advantage
  • A high degree of initiative and team spirit
  • Very good language skills in German and English

What you can expect

  • An excellent equipment of machines and devices
  • Collaboration in industry or industry-oriented research projects and in a dedicated team
  • Space for creative work

We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity.

With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.

Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!

Questions according to this position will be answered by:
Leo Hemmerich
Research assistant »Production quality«
Phone: +49 241 8904-584

Fraunhofer Institute for Production Technology IPT

www.ipt.fraunhofer.de

Requisition Number: 8382 Application Deadline: