Thesis Project 30 ECTS - Stress Analysis of Rear Axle Housings

Introduction

A thesis project is an excellent opportunity to establish closer contact with Scania and build relationships for the future. Many of today’s employees began their Scania careers with their thesis work.

Background

With over 125 years of industry experience, Scania strives to be a world-leading provider of sustainable transport solutions. As part of this mission, we develop and manufacture world-class trucks and buses, with chassis components produced at Scania Ferruform in Luleå.

One of our main products is rear axle housings. During the manufacturing process, a significant amount of heat is introduced during welding, which causes stresses to build up in the final product. The stress lead to changes in the product and a shift in its centerline during the process. To restore the centerline, the rear axle housings are straightened. Over time, the product has evolved, resulting in an increased need for straightening and additional work.

Objective

Investigate where in the process the stresses that alter the centerline arise and are stored. Identify where and how the process needs to be changed to minimize the need for straightening.

Assignment Description

• Describe the process up to and including the straightening operation

• Investigate the amount of energy introduced into the product at each process step

• Analyze which process steps contribute to the centerline shift

• Identify the steps with the greatest impact

• Propose changes that reduce the need for straightening

Education/Program/Specialization

• Required education: Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering or similar

• Good proficiency in Swedish is required

• Number of students: 1–2

• Start date: January 2026

• Estimated duration: 20 weeks

• Location:Scania Ferruform, Luleå. It is required to be on-site at our facility in Luleå a few days a week throughout the entire thesis project. 

Contact Persons

Micael Karlsson, Group Manager – Preparation
micael.karlsson@scania.com | +46 920 766 02

Anna Burman, Group Manager – Production Engineering Rear Axle Housing
anna.burman@scania.com | +46 920 726 11

Application

Your application should include a CV, cover letter, and transcript of records. 

Application deadline: November 23, 2025