Ready to roll up your sleeves and transform our Motorlab into a next-gen playground for innovation? Join us to upgrade hardware, modernize software, and make a real impact on R&D!

Your job
You will work on upgrading our Motorlab to ensure it is ready for the future. The main goal is to transition the lab’s systems from Windows 10 to Windows 11, update key software and hardware components, and improve usability for your colleagues.
Possible directions and activities:
•    Investigate and help implement the upgrade from Matlab 2015b to Matlab 2024b, ensuring compatibility with our custom software.
•    Assist in replacing the outdated GPIB interface with a modern GPIB USB solution.
•    Support the upgrade of the motion controller (from NI 7330 to a Windows 11-compatible alternative) and help integrate it into the existing setup.
•    Update and test Matlab files that interact with the hardware, ensuring all new interfaces work smoothly.
•    Propose and test improvements to make the Motorlab easier and more attractive for researchers to use.

You’ll be working at the intersection of hardware and software, directly impacting the usability and future-readiness of our R&D lab. You’ll collaborate with experienced engineers and see your work make a real difference in daily research activities. This is a hands-on assignment with visible results and opportunities to learn about both legacy and cutting-edge lab systems.

Your profile
•    You are currently studying HBO Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a related field. 
•    You enjoy solving technical challenges and are eager to learn about both hardware and software integration. 
•    Experience with Matlab/Simulink is a required. 
•    You are available for at least 6 months for at least 1 day per week on-site. 
•    You are proactive, hands-on, and not afraid to ask questions.

What’s in it for you?
•  A challenging part-time job that looks relevant on your resume because of the work experience you gain
•  A flexible contract via Manpower with a nice salary and travel cost compensation if you don’t have an ‘OV-weekcard’
•  Skilled coaching during the job
•  The possibility to network with professionals at CPP, inside and outside your field of expertise
 
Interested?
Are you interested in this assignment? Please click on the button 'apply now' at the top on the page where you can upload your resume and motivation letter. 
If you would like to receive more information concerning this assignment, please contact Jim van der Jagt, tel. +31 (0)77 359 3569

If you have any questions about the student job in general, please contact careers@cpp.canon