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
Mandatory Internship: Partial Automation of an Optical Measurement System

Summer Semester 2027 – limited to 3–6 months

 

YOUR TASKS:

  • Further develop an existing measurement setup for characterizing optical sensors and assemblies
  • Automate individual processes using motorized rotary tables and actuators
  • Design and construct fixtures to integrate the required measurement and testing equipment into the setup
  • Select suitable measurement and testing equipment and support the procurement process
  • Implement the developed solutions, verify their functionality, and document your results in detail

 

YOUR PROFILE:

  • Studying Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a comparable degree program
  • Initial experience in mechanical design and working with CAD systems
  • Knowledge of MATLAB or Python is an advantage
  • Independent and solution-oriented approach to work
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills
  • Innovative mindset and an interest in further developing technical measurement systems
Information at a Glance
Posting Start Date:  10/16/26
Requisition-ID:  38259
Posting Job Location:  Waldkirch (near Freiburg)
Full-time/Part-time:  Full-time

Contact: Sarah Disch

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.