Master Thesis Work Create automated method to determine quality of tensile tested sample
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Thesis Worker at Volvo Cars
Welcome to explore the world of Volvo Cars by writing your thesis with us! As a thesis worker in our organization you are supported by a supervisor who follows you during your project. Through your thesis work you will be able to contribute to our company purpose providing freedom to move in a safe sustainable and personal way from day one!
About this opportunity - Background
At Vehicle Engineering our responsibility spans the entire chassis interior climate body & exterior functions mechanical Integration and a range of vehicle attributes with impact on design and customer experience of our complete product. Across these domains and all development cycles we will lead an effective delivery operation on a complete level in close sync with other Engineering units functions and stakeholders across the company.
This thesis work is within the group of Battery and Materials Data at the Material Engineering Center and more specifically work in the Materials Data team.
Integration of high-throughput mechanical testing in Volvo Cars material testing is necessary to produce large amounts of data with maintained quality. This work has been initiated as a continuation of a previous project where Cobot is incorporated in mechanical testing (Bending of metal plates). Automation and an increase in throughput an important steps to increase the speed of post-tensile analyses. How can we determine the quality of test results For example automate the identification of material imperfections and/or structure via image recognition.
Scope of the thesis work
Create a method to include automated post-test analysis of tensile tested samples group samples based on results for example with visual imperfections and/or microstructure differences. Material used could be recycled thermoplastic or cast aluminium. An important part is reviewing ongoing research and potential improvements to the proposed method.
Objectives:
Including but not limited to:
Benchmark of other methods/technologies to create a method to determine the quality of the test (sample)
Create a method to analyse pictures
Automated identification of imperfections or microstructure and their possible effect
What youll bring
We are looking for one or preferably two students interested in the topic. The work will be conducted in a materials lab and most work needs to be done on site.
Duration
Tentative proposed thesis work period: 19th January 2026 to 26th of June 2026 (dates can be flexible with /- 7 days)
Academic credits: equivalent to 30 ECTS
Number of students: 1-2 students (2 students preferred)
Volvo Cars. For Life.
For nearly a century Volvo Cars has empowered people to move freely in a personal sustainable and safe way. Today we are driving bold advancements in electrification sustainability and automotive safety. To realise our ambitious vision we are seeking innovative minds who are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow today.
At Volvo Cars we believe extraordinary things are achieved by ordinary people with a passion for making a difference. If youre inspired by the opportunity to help redefine the future of mobility we invite you to be part of our journey.
Ready to take the next step
Applications should include your CV and a brief personal letter stating your interests within the given area and your thoughts and credentials. Submit your CV in English. If you are 2 students submitting as a pair you can combine your CVs into one PDF and submit a joint Cover Letter.
Applications must be received no later than 30th October 2025. We are prioritising direct applications to ensure a fair and efficient application process.
For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Siddhant Gupta at specific questions about the position please reach out to Hiring Manager Patrik Träff
As part of the recruitment process the final candidates might undergo a background check.
Welcome with your application!
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About Company
Volvo Car USA is a subsidiary of Volvo Car Group of Gothenburg, Sweden and is headquartered in Rockleigh, NJ, with regional sales offices located in Rockleigh, Summerville, SC, and Irvine, CA. In addition, Volvo Car US Operations, the home of our new US factory, is located in South Ca ... View more
