Thesis: Manipulator Kinematics Evaluation (Robotics)

Location: Wietmarschen-Lohne, Germany; partially remote

Company

hirify.global’s Technology and Research – Scientist department works on future-oriented technology and research topics.

What you will do

• Research and define metrics for comparative evaluation of robot kinematics.
• Analyze workspaces, manipulability indices, and singularities of different robotic arms.
• Investigate established robot kinematics, including UR5 and Franka Research, as well as custom structures.
• Build a database of robot structures and associated evaluation metrics.
• Develop a tool for automated analysis and comparison of robot kinematics.
• Optionally develop additional metrics and methods for selecting suitable kinematics for specific tasks.

Requirements

• Currently studying in a bachelor’s or master’s degree programme in mechanical engineering, robotics, or a comparable field.
• Interest in robotics, kinematics, mathematical modelling, and technical analysis.
• Initial knowledge of robotics frameworks such as ROS, simulation environments such as Gazebo, and programming languages such as Python or C++ is beneficial.
• Structured, independent, and analytical working style.
• Creativity, teamwork, ability to learn quickly, and strong communication skills.

Culture & Benefits

• Thesis work embedded in ongoing projects.
• Supervision and support from experienced employees.
• Work with a motivated and highly qualified team.
• Support for personal and professional development.
• Collaborative work on future-oriented challenges.

Hiring process

• Submit a cover letter describing the preferred area and activities, academic background, and ideas for the work.
• Include the desired start date, thesis duration, and whether a mandatory internship before the thesis is desired.
• Provide relevant certificates.