AAU Energy is looking for one or more student helpers to support the development of advanced magnetic components for high-power applications.

As a student helper, you will join an interdisciplinary team and contribute to design, prototype manufacturing and analysis, as well as laboratory and reliability testing.

The main tasks include:

• Assist with the electrical, electromagnetic, thermal and mechanical design of magnetic components.
• Contribute to CAD modelling, finite element simulations, and Python-based data analysis or automation.
• Participate in prototype manufacturing, assembly and hands-on troubleshooting.
• Prepare, conduct and document laboratory and reliability tests, and analyse the test results.

We expect that you:

• Have a relevant background in power electronics, electrical engineering, electromechanical engineering, mechanical engineering or a related field.
• Have excellent teamwork and problem-solving skills and enjoy working in an interdisciplinary team.
• Have experience with or a strong interest in at least one of the following: Python, CAD modelling or finite element analysis (FEA/FEM).
• Are passionate about hardware development and have strong hands-on skills. Previous experience with laboratory work, prototype manufacturing or experimental projects is an advantage.

The employment contract and remuneration are in accordance with the applicable collective agreement for university student employees and are contingent on active enrolment.

The positions are expected to start as soon as possible. Each student helper position is limited to 8 hours per week.

Read more about the department at energy.aau.dk

How to apply

Your application must contain the following:

• A brief motivated application describing your professional and personal competences and the experience qualifying you particularly for the position
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Study journal from STADS
• Any other relevant appendices

You can read more about the requirements for your application here.

The application must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, which can be accessed under the job advertisement on Aalborg University's website.

Aalborg University wants to reflect the surrounding society and has diversity as a core value. Therefore, everyone, regardless of personal background and orientation, is encouraged to apply for the position.

Do you have any questions?

If you have any questions, you are very welcome to contact the person listed at the bottom of the job posting

Further information

Read more about our recruitment process here

The hiring process at Aalborg University may include a risk assessment as a tool to identify potential risks associated with new hires, ensuring the safety, compliance, and integrity of the workplace.

Salary and terms of employment

Terms of employment and salary are in accordance with the applicable collective agreement for student instructors at universities etc. Employment is conditional upon being a student.

Information about the starting salary for this position is available here Salary Overview for Recruitment - Technical and administrative positions - Part-Time (D-TAP) under “Student assistant (SUL)”.

Aalborg University - Knowledge for the worldAalborg University is an international workplace with more than 3,700 employees. We offer real-world-oriented education and create world-class research results through collaboration between researchers, students, and public and private companies. This is how we achieve insights, new solutions to societal problems, and knowledge that changes the world. Our main campus is in Aalborg, but we also have campuses in Esbjerg and Copenhagen.

Type of employment: temporary position | Contract type: part-time | Number of positions: 1 | Full-time equivalent: 8 | City: Aalborg | County: Nordjylland | Country: Denmark | Reference number: 2026/1250 | Contact: Hongbo Zhao +4599409786, Hongbo Zhao +4599409786, Sara Mors Andersen , Sara Mors Andersen , | Published: 2026-10-24 | Last application date: 2026-11-07