SICK is one of the world’s leading solutions providers for sensor-based applications in the industrial sector. Founded in 1946 by Dr.-Ing. e. h. Erwin Sick, the company with headquarters in Waldkirch im Breisgau near Freiburg ranks among the technological market leaders. With 63 subsidiaries and equity investments as well as numerous agencies, SICK maintains a presence around the globe. SICK has more than 10,000 employees worldwide and generated a group revenue of EUR 2.1 billion in the 2024 fiscal year.

Job Description
Mandatory internship/thesis: 3D mapping and localization for mobile robots*

Fixed-term for 3–6 months


YOUR TASKS:

  • Conduct literature research on 3D mapping and localization for mobile autonomous robots
  • Select relevant methods for investigation based on a well-founded rationale
  • Implement selected methods for the provided hardware, adapt them, or further develop them
  • Design and conduct experiments to compare different approaches
  • Evaluate the selected methods
  • Document your results in detail


YOUR PROFILE:

  • Enrolled in a degree program in Mathematics, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field
  • Strong programming skills in C++
  • Ideally, knowledge in laser measurement technology, mathematical optimization, or cartography
  • (Very) good English skills
  • Strong teamwork and communication skills
  • Independent and structured working style
Information at a Glance
Requisition-ID:  36744
Posting Job Location:  Hamburg-Rahlstedt
Full-time/Part-time:  Full-time

Contact: Sarah Disch

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