Thesis worker Future Interior Projection Lighting for TRATON Commercial Vehicles

30 HP – Future Interior Projection Lighting for TRATON Commercial Vehicles Introduction Thesis work is an excellent way to get closer to Scania and Traton and build relationships for the future. Many of today's employees began their Traton career with their degree project. Background The commercial vehicle industry is undergoing a transformation in which interior lighting is evolving from a purely functional feature into a key contributor to user experience, brand perception, driver wellbeing, and product differentiation. Advances in digital light engine technologies, including Digital Light Processing (DLP), MEMS-based laser scanning, Liquid Crystal on Silicon (LCoS), and emerging micro-LED solutions, enable manufacturers to introduce dynamic projection-based lighting concepts within the vehicle cabin. Such systems can project graphics, symbols, ambient effects, information and brand signatures onto interior surfaces such as dashboards, door panels, roof liners, storage compartments and sleeper cabins. For the TRATON brands (Scania, MAN, International, and Volkswagen Truck & Bus), future projection lighting solutions have the potential to create stronger emotional connections between drivers and their vehicles while enhancing usability, comfort and brand differentiation. Objective The objective of this thesis is to investigate and recommend future projection-based lighting concepts for TRATON heavy-duty commercial vehicles by benchmarking available projection technologies, evaluating their technical and commercial feasibility and developing interior lighting concepts that strengthen brand identity and enhance the driver experience. The thesis shall explore how different projection-based lighting solutions can be applied within the vehicle cabin for: Static Ambient Lighting Applications Examples include: Illuminated branding elements, Static logo projections, Decorative ambient lighting patterns, Sleeper cabin atmosphere lighting, Storage compartment illumination, Entry and exit lighting scenarios. Dynamic Interior Lighting Applications Examples include: Animated welcome sequences, Dynamic dashboard illumination, Information and status projections, Driver coaching visualizations, Navigation guidance cues, Mood and wellbeing scenarios, Adaptive lighting based on driving conditions. Expected Outcome The outcome of the degree project is expected to be one or more concept proposals demonstrating how future projection lighting technologies could be integrated into TRATON commercial vehicles. Job description Benchmark and assessment of current and emerging projection technologies Evaluation of technical and commercial feasibility, including optical performance, thermal management, packaging constraints, cost implications, manufacturability and electrical and software integration aspects Recommendations for suitable projection technologies and system architectures for TRATON applications Concept proposals for future interior projection lighting solutions Design guidelines and a roadmap for future development a set of technical requirements and evaluation criteria Education/program/focus: Currently enrolled in a master's program in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment Interest in optics, photonics, lighting technology, electronics or experimental testing. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Contact Thesis supervisor: Henrik Almerheim TGREEVV henrik.almerheim@scania.com Unit Head: Mattias Dalqvist TGREEVV mattias.dahlqvist@scania.com Application Your application must include a CV, personal letter, and transcript of grades. A background check may be conducted as part of the recruitment process. Interviews are conducted continuously and the position may be filled before the application deadline. Publication date from - to: 28-10-2026 - 18-11-2026 The project will be carried out at Scania Technical Centre (STC) in Södertälje.