Hungry for challenges? Join a group with innovation at its heart and contribute to the automotive revolution!

OPmobility is a world-leading provider of innovative solutions for a unique, safer and more sustainable mobility experience. Innovation-driven since its creation, the Group develops and produces intelligent exterior systems, customized complex modules, lighting systems, clean energy systems and electrification solutions for all mobility companies. With a €11.4 billion economic revenue in 2023, a global network of 152 plants and 40 R&D centers, OPmobility relies on its 40,300 employees to meet the challenges of transforming mobility.

By adding intelligent functions, lighting & sensors etc and by extending the scope of what is possible in terms of design, OPmobility is making cars safer, smarter and more stylish. Body panels are now packed with technologies that improve the driver experience, safety and vehicle appearance. The result? An elegant car that will, in time, be made largely from bio-sourced or recycled materials.

Our ambition? Provide automakers with cutting-edge equipment and solutions to develop tomorrow’s clean and connected car.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Based at OPmobility's international R&D center, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of a method for characterizing and analyzing the mechanical properties of bonded plastic assemblies used in the automotive sector. You will work on optimizing the reliability and efficiency of these assemblies in collaboration with a team of material engineering experts.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct a literature review on the mechanical characterization techniques of bonded assemblies, focusing on plastic materials 
• Develop a testing protocol to assess the resistance of adhesives to peeling and delamination by comparing different adhesive chemistry formulations
• Manage experimental tests in our on-site laboratory (sample preparation, test execution and data analysis)
• Analyze the results of these tests, emphasizing feasibility, repeatability, and ease of execution
• Contribute to enhancing our database on adhesive studies
• Write a detailed technical report summarizing your findings

PROFILE

• Graduate student (BAC+5) pursuing degree in Materials Engineering or Mechanical Engineering

• Knowledge of material mechanics and experimental characterization
• Ability to interpret mechanical test results
• Understanding of the mechanical and physicochemical properties of adhesives
• Past experience in adhesion and bonding would be a plus

• Proficiency in Office 365 tools, including PowerPoint, Word & Excel
• Possesses advanced levels of fluency in English and French
• Strong communication and synthesis skills
• Organized, rigorous and analytical mindset
• Collaborative team player
• Curious and dynamic

DURATION

6-month internship starting January/ February 2025

LOCATION

Sigmatech - Avenue du Bois des Vergnes, 01150 Sainte-Julie (30 km from Lyon - carpooling options are available).

COMPENSATION

Calculated according to level of degree | +company restaurant subsidy + transportation allowance + Access to on-site sports gym

As a responsible company, OPmobility pays particular attention to diversity and equality within its teams and the Group commits to treat all job applications equally.