Carraro ( is an International Group Leader in transmission systems for off-road vehicles and specialized tractors. The Group's activities are divided into two Business Areas:
- Transmission systems (axles and transmissions) and components mainly for agricultural and earthmoving machinery, as well as a wide range of gears intended for highly differentiated sectors: from automotive to material handling, from agricultural applications to earthmoving. - Specialized tractors (vineyard and orchard, between 60 and 100 horsepower) aimed at third parties and engineering services aimed at designing innovative ranges of tractors.
Carraro Group counts 4.000 employees world-wide - of which 1.800 in Italy - and has production sites in Italy (4), India, China and Argentina. The HQ is based in Padua.
We are looking for a
CONTROL SYSTEM ENGINEER - INTERNSHIP
to support our R&D team. Would you like to have the opportunity to collaborate with us on one of these thesis proposals?
1 Virtual Driver for Off-Highway Machines
Goal: -Develop event-based operator able to adapt to basic variations in workplace layout, machine capability and transmission technologies. Technologies & tools you will use: -Dynamic systems modelling & automatic controls; -MATLAB/Simulink, dSpace tools. Expected outcomes: -Simulation-based evaluation of efficiency, productivity, and operability.
2 Wheel Slip Detection in Wheel Loaders
Goal: -Develop a system to detect wheel slip using vehicle dynamic data. Technologies & tools you will use: -Dynamic systems modelling & automatic controls; -Transducers-actuators interfacing; -MATLAB/Simulink, dSpace tools. Expected outcomes: -Improve overall vehicle performance; -Reduce tire wear.
3 Smart Load Estimation in ERH System
Goal: -Replace load PIN sensor using estimated load from engine data. Technologies & tools you will use: -Sensor fusion & automatic controls; -Transducers-actuators interfacing; MATLAB/Simulink, dSpace tools. Expected outcomes: -Reduction of mechanical components; -Improve system reliability.
Requirements:
The ideal candidate is a student in Informatic/Electronic/Electric/Aerospace Engineering with passion and curiosity for the industrial sector, both on and off road. We are looking for a dynamic and determined person, with good communication skills and problem solving oriented. A good knowledge of the English language and familiarity with Office package and IT tools are required.
What we offer:
A dynamic and stimulating opportunity in a solid, engaging, structured and innovative professional environment, where attention to people and their development is fundamental; An Internship with flexible conditions; Carraro Academy to encourage the development and continuous growth of managerial skills and culture in the Group.
Place of Work: Campodarsego (PD)
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