Research Expert (m/f/d)

pPowering transformation for a sustainable future /p pAt WinGD and across the shipping industry we face unprecedented change as we strive to bring greater sustainability into our global business. As marine engine designers our responsibility in this is significant. A career with WinGD has an impact on shaping a better world for tomorrow. /p pAs a leading developer of the two-stroke engines that power merchant shipping, our people drive innovative solutions for our customers on a global scale. Headquartered in Winterthur, Switzerland, since its inception in 1893, WinGD continues the legacy of the Sulzer Corporation through innovation in design. /p pOur success in this ever evolving, competitive environment is based on the drive, innovation and collaboration of our diverse employee population, over 420 people worldwide, representing over 25 different nationalities. Come, be a part of this change. /p pWinGD is looking for a /p pResearch Expert (m/f/d) /p pLocation: Oberwinterthur /p pJob Startdate: By agreement /p pWorkload: 100% /p h3Responsibilities /h3 ul liParticipation in a funded research project as PhD candidate relating to the research of spray and combustion for alternative fuels /li liExperimentally investigate in-cylinder processes and hydraulic systems of large low-speed engines, specially focusing on the injection behaviour, combustion/emission characteristics /li liPlan, design and manage experiments and measurement campaigns, leveraging expertise in spray combustion research /li liDevelop and maintain test facilities for investigating in-cylinder and injection processes /li liImplement solutions for instrumentation, automation and control, as well as data acquisition solutions for new experimental setups /li liFurther develop data analysis tools, image-processing routines, and associated workflows for the evaluation and management of measurement data /li liPrepare high-quality technical reports, scientific publications, and presentations, and effectively communicate research findings to internal and external stakeholders /li liMonitor, evaluate, and report on international RD activities, emerging technologies, and scientific developments within the field of research /li liSupervise of allocated project personnel (e.g. Engineers, Trainees, Students) /li /ul h3Requirements /h3 ul liMinimum Master’s degree in (mechanical) engineering or equivalent /li liPreferably knowledge of internal combustion engines and related injection/in-cylinder processes /li liExperience with (laser-optical) experimental techniques and high-speed imaging for spray and combustion diagnostics is an asset /li liStrong interest in data analysis, image processing, and scientific programming (e.g., Python, Matlab and LabVIEW). /li liFlexible and open-minded way of thinking /li liGood communication skills /li liBe an effective team player, open and cooperative, in a multi-cultural and multi-disciplinary environment /li liFluent in English, German is advantage /li /ul h3Our Offer /h3 ul liAn opportunity to shape the sustainability and environmental impact of the shipping industry. WinGD is on the leading edge of the technology for the future of shipping industry /li liA dynamic working environment, blending a long history of technology expertise with industry leading innovation across a global network /li liAward winning and extraordinary products /li liMulti-cultural and interdisciplinary teams offering diverse perspectives and collaborative thinking /li liDynamic and interactive working conditions. WinGD offers a non-hierarchical, agile structure where input and ideas are welcome /li liIn-house technology training and professional development opportunities /li /ul #J-18808-Ljbffr