PhD AI Driven Crash Simulation and Geometric Deep Learning (f/m/x)

PhD AI Driven Crash Simulation and Geometric Deep Learning (f/m/x)

PHD AT THE BMW GROUP.

Bridging the gap between your doctoral studies and the kind of career challenge you’re looking for isn’t always easy. That’s why our ProMotion PhD programme gives you the opportunity to apply your passion and scientific expertise to very real challenges that could shape the future of mobility. If selected, you’ll have the chance to really develop your own future career path with us through your practice‑related thesis, promote your chosen specialty from within – and position yourself to secure the career you’ve always wanted.

We are offering an exciting PhD position focused on AI‑based crash predictions using 3D crash simulation techniques. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of innovative AI models and data‑driven methods to improve the accuracy and efficiency of crashworthiness assessments in automotive safety engineering.

What awaits you?

• Develop AI models for vehicle crash behaviour using modern geometric AI architectures.
• Integrate machine learning and data analytics approaches with physics‑based simulations to improve prediction accuracy.
• Contribute to the development of automated workflows and optimisation methods for crash simulations.
• Research in AI models for CAx (CAD, CAE etc.) applications in the crash design process for cars.

What should you bring along?

• University degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or an equivalent field.
• Experience in AI model development with a focus on geometric deep learning, e.g. Graph Neural Networks, Geometric Transformers, Transolver architectures.
• Good understanding of CAx artefacts (3D geometry, simulation model, etc.) and related workflows used in product design and development.
• Solid background in numerical simulations, particularly with transient schemes.
• A track record of research contributions (publications, conference talks, or equivalent) is a plus.
• Business‑fluent English; German language skills are a plus.

What we offer?

• Digital offers and mobile working.
• Annual special payments such as vacation pay and Christmas bonus.
• Apartment offers for students (subject to availability & only Munich).

At the BMW Group, we place great importance on equal treatment and equal opportunities. Our recruiting decisions are based on the personality, experience, and skills of the applicants.