Informationen zum Job Weitere Informationen The successful candidate will be employed under a regular employment contract. The position is to be filled at the earliest possible date and offered for a fixed term of 2 years. An extension to a total of 5 years is planned The fixed-term employment is possible as it constitutes one of the fixed-term options of the Wissenschaftszeitvertragsgesetz (German Act on Fixed-term Scientific Contracts). This is a full-time position. The successful candidate has the opportunity to pursue a doctoral degree in this position. The salary is based on the German public service salary scale (TV-L). The position corresponds to a pay grade of EG 13 TV-L. Unser Profil RWTH Aachen University, with 47,000 students and 10,000 employees, is one of Europe’s most prestigious technical universities. As part of RWTH Aachen, the Institute for Automotive Engineering researches the complete vehicle, including its systems and their interactions. From conceptualization through innovative component and system designs to the development of vehicle prototypes, the institute's employees shape the vehicle of the future and address current and significant issues in collaboration with automotive manufacturers and suppliers. The research field Energy Management and Drivetrains conducts innovative research in various areas related to energy systems for vehicles. Our work encompasses electric and electrified drive systems at both system and component levels, as well as E/E architectures and their components. Additionally, we examine the thermal management of drive components, as well as technologies to enhance thermal comfort and improve vehicle climate control. Through our efforts, we aim to develop sustainable, efficient, and comfortable mobility solutions. Ihr Profil University degree (Master's degree or equivalent) in mechanical engineering or CES Knowledge in the fields of vehicle technology, e-mobility and/or thermal management You work independently, reliably, autonomously and systematically Good command of German and very good written and spoken English Knowledge in the field of 1D or 3D simulation of physical systems (Simulink/Simscape, StarCCM) Ihre Aufgaben Interdisciplinary research in the field of energy management in global cooperation with leading automotive manufacturers and suppliers Development of sustainable solutions for the thermal management of passenger cars and commercial vehicles Holistic consideration of energy and thermal management in vehicles Challenging tasks in a highly motivated team Prompt and independent management of projects Unique equipment with modern test benches Shaping the mobility of tomorrow Über uns RWTH is a certified family-friendly University. We support our employees in maintaining a good work-life balance with a wide range of health, advising, and prevention services, for example university sports. Employees who are covered by collective bargaining agreements and civil servants have access to an extensive range of further training courses and the opportunity to purchase a job ticket. RWTH is an equal opportunities employer. We therefore welcome and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates, particularly from groups that are underrepresented at the University. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability or age. RWTH is strongly committed to encouraging women in their careers. Female applicants are given preference if they are equally suitable, competent, and professionally qualified, unless a fellow candidate is favored for a specific reason. As RWTH is committed to equality of opportunity, we ask you not to include a photo in your application. You can find information on the personal data we collect from applicants in accordance with Articles 13 and 14 of the European Union's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) at http://www.rwth-aachen.de/dsgvo-information-bewerbung. Besoldung / Entgelt EG 13 TV-L