Working Student (m/f/d) in Humanoid Robotics in Erlangen

Working Student (m/f/d) in Humanoid Robotics in Erlangen

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Stellenanzeige: HR Business Partner (m/f/d) - Trench Germany GmbH

Working Student (m/f/d) in Humanoid Robotics

Hybrid | Part time | Student (not yet graduated)

Stronger Grids. Secure Future.
Trench Group is a global technology leader for high-voltage grid components and systems, present in nearly every power transmission grid worldwide. Headquartered in Berlin, with more than 100 years of engineering expertise, Trench Group designs and manufactures high-voltage components that address the core challenges of modern power infrastructure – connecting grids, measuring their performance and ensuring reliability. As electricity demand rises and power grids transform worldwide, Trench Group is a key enabler of the infrastructure the world needs. The company operates 11 factories across 8 countries on 4 continents and employs more than 3,000 people – with plans to grow to 4,000 by 2030.

Your Mission
As a Working Student in Humanoid Robotics Research, you’ll have the unique opportunity to help shape the next generation of humanoid robots. Working at the intersection of AI, robotics, and real-world innovation, you’ll contribute to everything from perception and whole-body control to custom hardware and bring cutting-edge prototypes closer to everyday use.

Your Tasks:

  • Robot Software: Develop and maintain ROS 2 software for our humanoid platforms (Python/C++).
  • Control & Learning: Support locomotion, whole-body control, and learning-based approaches in simulation and on hardware.
  • Perception & Navigation: Support SLAM, localization, and navigation.
  • Hardware & CAD: Design and prototype custom hardware such as end-effectors, mounts, and covers.
  • Integration & Testing: Integrate sensors and actuators, run lab tests, and document results.
  • AI Tools: Support AI-assisted tooling for data analysis and development workflows.

Requirements:

  • Currently pursuing a Master's degree in Robotics, Mechatronics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, with at least 12 months remaining in your studies.
  • Hands-on experience with ROS 2, solid programming skills in Python and/or C++, and a good understanding of SLAM and robotic systems.
  • Experience with CAD design for custom hardware and a passion for building, testing, and improving technical solutions.
  • Fast learner who quickly adapts to new technologies, particularly AI-powered development tools, agentic coding, and automation workflows.
  • You take pride in delivering high-quality work, communicate openly and transparently, embrace change, and are always eager to learn and grow.
  • Fluent in English; German language skills are a plus.

We offer:

  • Growth with Purpose: Join a globally growing energy company with a vision and a bright future in the energy transition
  • Strong Teams, Big Energy: Work in highly professional, international teams defined by respect, appreciation, and a shared drive to shape the future of energy
  • Fair Rewards: Competitive pay, monthly vouchers for shopping, well‑being, or personal development, plus subsidized lunch and membership in a corporate benefits program
  • Personal & Professional Development: Learn and grow in an international environment with hands‑on experience and continuous development opportunities
  • Modern Working Environment: A modern way of working, 30 days’ vacation, and a tariff agreement combined with contemporary offices, height‑adjustable desks, free fruit & coffee, and regular team events

Have we piqued your interest? We are looking forward to receiving your application - just click on the "Apply Now" button and send us your application.

Our commitment to diversity
Luckily, we are not all the same. Diversity makes us strong. We thrive on inclusion and our collective creative energy comes from the wealth of different nationalities in our company. Trench Group believes in character - regardless of ethnic background, gender, age, religion, identity or disability. We energize society - all of society - and we do not discriminate based on differences that exist between us.

Working Student (m/f/d) in Humanoid Robotics in Erlangen Arbeitgeber: Trench Group

Trench Group ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern die Möglichkeit bietet, in einem dynamischen und internationalen Umfeld zu arbeiten, das von Respekt und Wertschätzung geprägt ist. Mit einem klaren Fokus auf persönliches und berufliches Wachstum sowie attraktiven Vergütungen und modernen Arbeitsbedingungen, fördert das Unternehmen eine Kultur der Zusammenarbeit und Innovation, die es den Mitarbeitern ermöglicht, aktiv zur globalen Energiewende beizutragen.

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