2026 Bachelor Thesis at FZ Juelich

We are looking to recruit a Bachelor Thesis - Validation of Pressure Front Propagation Flow Simulations for Leak-Induced Shock Waves in Vacuum Tubes.

Your Job:

• Building and improving the existing measurement setup
• Performing controlled "leak" experiments and collecting high-speed data
• Working in high vacuum applications such as Einstein Telescope (ET)
• Calibrating piezoelectric force sensors and pressure sensors
• Analyzing pressure-front propagation and comparing with simple gas-dynamics models
• Assisting in the design or testing of protective mechanical components (e.g. fast shutters)
• Preparing visualizations, reports and documentation for future experiments

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNot Specified
• Study LevelUndergraduate
• SponsorForschungszentrum Jülich
• School to study
• Course to studyElectrical Engineering , Mechanical Engineering
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

We work on the very latest issues that impact our society and are offering you the chance to actively help in shaping the change! We support you in your work with:

• MEANINGFUL TASKS: Your thesis deals with a future-oriented, socially relevant topic with direct practical relevance in an international environment
• SCIENTIFIC ENVIRONMENT: You can expect excellent scientific equipment, modern technologies, and qualified support from experienced colleagues
• FLEXIBILITY: Flexible working hours make it easier for you to balance work and study
• CAMPUS EXPERIENCE: Our research campus in the countryside creates ideal conditions for collegial exchange and sporting activities right on site. Our cafeteria offers a wide range of options—you can enjoy a relaxing lunch break with a lake view
• FAIR REMUNERATION: We will pay you a reasonable remuneration for your thesis

In addition to exciting tasks and a collegial working environment, we offer you much more: https://go.fzj.de/benefits

Requirements

• Very good grades in your current bachelor studies in mechanical engineering, electrical engineering or comparable
• A good knowledge of sensors, experimental setups and adjustment
• Programming knowledge in Python for evaluation and validation
• Experience in measurement technology in general
• Self-motivated approach to work
• Willingness to familiarize yourself with new topics (e.g. Einstein Telescope & vacuum)
• Good knowledge of written and spoken English is mandatory, knowledge of German would be an advantage

Check also:
2026 Fully Funded Humboldt Research Fellowship
2026 Konrad Adenauer Foundation Scholarship

Application Deadline

How To Apply

• Applications are made via the Application portal.

For more information, kindly visit the FZ Juelich website.