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 and headquartered in Waldkirch im Breisgau near Freiburg, the company is a technology and market leader with 63 subsidiaries and affiliates as well as numerous agencies around the globe. SICK has more than 10,000 employees worldwide and generated a group revenue of EUR 1.8 billion in the 2025 fiscal year.
Job Description
Thesis: Evaluation of an Approach to Reduce Compressed Air Consumption in Pneumatic Cylinders

Summer Semester 2027 - limited to 5-6 months

 

YOUR TASKS:

  • Analyze the theoretical principles of an approach to reduce compressed air consumption in pneumatic cylinders using standard pneumatic components and an intelligent control algorithm.
  • Plan, design, and build a test setup to investigate the approach under defined operating conditions.
  • Develop an algorithm that optimizes compressed air consumption during cylinder movement.
  • Conduct experimental tests, analyze the results, and optimize the algorithm based on your findings.
  • Evaluate and document the test results, deriving conclusions regarding the approach’s effectiveness and potential for further improvement.

 

YOUR PROFILE:

  • Enrolled in mechanical engineering, mechatronics, automation technology, electrical engineering, or a comparable field of study
  • Solid understanding of pneumatics, control engineering, and automation technology
  • Interest in algorithm development and practical implementation in test environments
  • Enjoyment of hands-on work, including test setup, experimental testing, and measurement data analysis
  • Independent and systematic working style, with strong analytical skills
  • Initial experience with programming, measurement technology, or experimental testing is an advantage
Information at a Glance
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Posting Start Date:  10/14/26
Requisition-ID:  38303
Posting Job Location:  Waldkirch (near Freiburg)
Full-time/Part-time:  Full-time

Contact: Sarah Disch

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At SICK, we value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our people. This enriches us as an organization. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, fairness, and respect and stand firmly against any form of discrimination.