Master Thesis - Design and Construction of an Induction-Heating Test Rig for Thermomechanical Component Testing (Induction Heating)

Location: Finspång, Östergötland County, Sweden

Company

hirify.global develops energy systems and technologies for power generation, service, decarbonization, modernization, and digitalization.

What you will do

• Identify representative burner or combustor components, relevant load cases, and measurable laboratory target quantities.
• Develop a modular test-rig concept with an induction-heating system, interchangeable water-cooled coils, cooling circuit, non-magnetic fixtures, instrumentation, guarding, and safety interlocks.
• Prepare a bill of materials, supplier-based cost estimate, and make-or-buy assessment.
• Develop coupled electromagnetic, transient thermal, and structural simulations to predict temperatures, deformation, stress, and strain.
• If time and equipment permit, construct and commission a demonstrator and correlate measurements with numerical predictions.

Requirements

• Currently enrolled in a master’s program in mechanical engineering, applied physics, electrical engineering, aerospace engineering, or a related field.
• Strong interest in experimental mechanics, heat transfer, electromagnetics, test-rig development, or numerical simulation.
• Practical ability and motivation to work with laboratory equipment, instrumentation, mechanical design, and safety requirements.
• Good problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills, plus creativity and the ability to work independently.

Nice to have

• Experience with CAD and finite element analysis.

Culture & Benefits

• Support from experienced combustion and simulation engineers.
• Collaboration with turbine and compressor specialists and access to technical expertise within the team.
• Employment benefits include reduced working hours, advance vacation, and a health care allowance.
• Potential possibility of a flexible working place.

Hiring process

• Ongoing selection is applied, and the role may be filled before the application deadline.
• Applications are accepted until 9 November 2025.