Thesis Work for “Enhancing Quality and Risk Management in 3D printing”

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This position reports to

Production Engineering Manager

Your role and responsibilities

The primary objective of this thesis is to develop and propose strategies to improve quality and risk management practices in 3D printing. This includes identifying current challenges, evaluating existing methodologies, and suggesting innovative solutions to enhance the reliability and efficiency of 3D printing processes. Details: • Period: March-May • Number of credits: 15ECTS • Number of students for this thesis work: 2 • Location: partly on-site In our production, we use 3D printing to manufacture tools and fixtures, which has led to increased flexibility and reduced lead times. To ensure that our 3D printed components consistently meet the high-quality standards required by our production, we aim to explore the current challenges in quality and risk management. This includes identifying potential sources of error, material variations, and process instabilities that can affect the performance and reliability of the final product. The purpose of this thesis is to: 1. Explore the current challenges in quality and risk management in our 3D printing processes. 2. Develop a set of best practices and guidelines for improving quality control in our daily work. The work will include conducting on-site tests, where you will have access to a 3D printer.

Qualifications for the role

• Bachelor’s in mechanical engineering, product development or similar.
• CAD knowledge. SolidWorks experience is beneficial.
• Knowledge of quality control and risk management methods.
• You are self-driven, structured and analytical.
• Beneficial: Experience with 3D printing and additive manufacturing techniques; Experience of industrial manufacturing

More about us

Recruiting Manager Elin Asplund, elin.asplund1@se.abb.com, will answer your questions. Positions are filled continuously. Please apply with your CV, academic transcripts, and a cover letter in English via ABB career page. We look forward to receiving your application! We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStory