Internship in Plastics Engineering & AI-Based Process Optimization (m/f/d)
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About the Position
Internship in Plastics Engineering & AI-Based Process Optimization (m/f/d)
Company: plus10 GmbH
Location: Stuttgart, BW, DE
Date Posted: Sep 11, 2026
What awaits you
At plus10, we are developing Hopper, an AI-based software solution designed to optimize injection molding processes. Our solution analyzes production data in real time and automatically generates recommendations for reducing scrap and cycle time.
Our international customers use Hopper directly in their production processes-from automotive to medtech. We combine a deep understanding of injection molding processes with modern data analysis and machine learning.
Would you like to work at the intersection of plastics engineering, manufacturing, and AI to improve real-world industrial processes? Then join our team in Stuttgart starting in August 2026!
Responsibilities
- Support for the development and validation of AI-based optimization approaches (e.g., parameter recommendations)
- Defining and developing new use cases and features for our AI-based optimization tools
- Planning, conducting, and evaluating tests on injection molding machines. In collaboration with our customers and application partners
- Assisting with the implementation of our Hopper software solution at the customer's site (testing, training, integration)
- Coordinating with customers and communicating requirements to our product team
- Support in developing training materials, best practices, and internal tools
Requirements
- Currently pursuing a degree in plastics engineering, mechanical engineering, process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or a related field
- In-depth knowledge of plastics processing / injection molding
- Basic understanding of process optimization / experimental design (DoE)
- Analytical thinking skills and an interest in data-driven solutions
- Experience in a technical setting (e.g., laboratory, production, internships)
- A structured and independent approach to work
- Very good knowledge of German and English
We Offer
- Exciting, varied tasks with a high degree of autonomy
- A strong, interdisciplinary team specializing in software, data science, and production engineering
- Working with modern technologies and development methods
- An international environment with clients and partners from various industries
- Flexible work hours and the option to work remotely
- Regular team events
- Free fruit, snacks, drinks, and, of course, good coffee
About the Company
Become part of our team. Apply now for our advertised positions directly online.
Combine your knowledge of plastics engineering with data science.
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