Njord - The Autonomous Ship Challenge is a newly formed student organization at NTNU, which is designing and organizing an international student competition for autonomous ships. In 2025 we will arrange our biggest competition yet!
Njord is currently developing at an ambitious rate and we are now looking for more students to join our team at this early stage. The available positions are listed below. This is a unique opportunity to put your own mark on the competition and create something new for Trondheim, NTNU and the world. If this sounds exciting, do not hesitate to apply, you may be exactly who we're looking for!
Excited about building realistic simulations? As Head of Simulation Physics, you will lead a team in making our simulator as accurate as possible. You will develop a physics-based model of our Otter autonomous vessel in Unity or another platform of choice.
Tasks may include: Developing and refining a realistic physics model for the vessel, ensuring consistency between simulation behavior and real-world performance, exploring alternative simulation platforms for improved accuracy.
This activity will involve the day to day operations of the organisation. This includes initiating, planning, executing, controlling, and closing the work of the entire team and the tasks mentioned above. Furthermore, the task will also include the recruitment of all other project members and finding mentors for the competition.
As the Deputy Project Manager, you will work closely with the Project Manager to support the daily operations of the organization. In addition, you will be responsible for HR and financial management, which includes organizing social events and setting the team’s budget.
Oversee the recruitment of international teams. Responsible for creating the competition course and event, managing logistics, and conducting digital meetings with various teams.
As Head of Control Autonomy, you will lead a team dedicated to developing and refining the control system for our autonomous vessel.
As Head of Perception, you will lead a team focused on processing sensor data from cameras, LiDAR, GPS, and other sources to enable autonomous navigation. You will work in a simulated environment and transition developments onto the real boat.
Want to raise your social media skills to a new level? As marketing manager you will be organizing and managing the marketing of Njord. You will be free to realize your own marketing ideas and promote Njord in creative ways!
Want to develop your communication and partnership skills? As head of business relations you will be responsible for connecting Njord with the Norwegian business world, and secure partnerships with leading companies in the maritime industry.