Master's Thesis – Mechanical / Materials / Chemical Engineering

Location: Mülheim an der Ruhr, Germany

Working hours: Part-time (depending on thesis requirements)

Start: October 2026 (flexible)

Write Your Master's Thesis at a Deep-Tech Startup Shaping the Future of Sustainable Materials Synthesis

Your Responsibilities

• Develop and conduct a Master’s thesis project in the field of mechanochemistry and advanced materials

• Conduct experimental work related to materials synthesis, processing, and characterization

• Analyze and evaluate experimental data and results

• Support the development and optimization of mechanochemical processes and material systems

• Investigate material properties and their potential industrial applications

• Document experimental procedures, results, and findings in a structured manner

• Contribute to ongoing R&D projects within the MechSyn team

• Present and discuss results with the technical and management team

Your Profile

• Master’s student in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a comparable field

• Strong interest in technology-driven research, materials science, and deep-tech innovation

• Strong willingness to familiarize yourself with mechanochemistry and industrial materials applications

• Interest in experimental work, materials synthesis, and technical problem-solving

• Analytical, reliable, structured, and detail-oriented working style

• Ability to work independently while being a collaborative team member

• Fluent English (written and spoken), the thesis must be written in English

• Previous experience with laboratory work, materials characterization, process engineering, or related areas is a plus

What We Offer

• You’ll work directly with our technical and management team on a real-world industrial research project

• The opportunity to conduct your Master’s thesis in the exciting field of mechanochemistry and advanced materials technologies

• Hands-on experience with experimental development, materials synthesis, and process optimization

• Insight into the development of sustainable technologies for industrial applications

• A small, motivated team with flat hierarchies

• Flexible working arrangements and partial home office options where applicable

• Opportunities to participate in industry events, conferences, and technical discussions

• The chance to contribute to the development of an ambitious early-stage deep-tech startup

• Potential to continue working with MechSyn after completing your thesis

MechSyn is committed to equal opportunities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, disability, age, or sexual orientation.

How to Apply

Send your CV, current certificate of enrolment, transcript of records, and a short motivation letter to [email protected] with the subject line “Master’s Thesis – Engineering”, or directly apply on www.mechsyn.com or LinkedIn. Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled.