Job Description
At Humboldt University we build scientific instruments for neuroscience research. https://www.sfb1315.de/research/c02/
We are looking for a sharp, self-motivated, problem-solving student of Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics or Physics who will contribute and build technical expertise while enthusiastically working in our team. We offer a well paid (20.50 EUR/hr) 50% position for a working student (Werkstudent).
- Handling the instrument development process, including design reviews, prototyping, testing and conducting assembly trials
- Organize resolution of technical product issues (if any) in a structural way
- Analyze and improve existing PCB and 3D designs
- Communicate and work with original developers of open source devices coming from top academic institutions in the world
- Organize & administrate 3rd party manufacturing
- Product documentation and continuous improvement of ongoing production processes
- Full-time registered Master's student with completed BSc degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Physics or a related field
- Minimum 2 years of experience in handling technical projects, working in a team
- High level of experience with EDA tools, such as Altium, Eagle, KiCad
- Preferably experience with 3D CAD systems such as Autodesk Inventor
- High ability to understand PCB designs, schematics and layout
- Motivated and proactive individual, who likes to work in an agile environment
- Team player with great communication skills who believes in cost optimization and reducing complexities
- Proficiency in English; preferably knowledge of German
- Flexible working hours
- Interesting and challenging tasks and projects to make an impact
- Open and friendly international working atmosphere.
- Opportunity to work in the centre of an international research
- The work location is in Berlin-Mitte (Luisenstraße)