RWTH Certificate Course – AI Manufacturing Engineer

Develop smart AI solutions for resource-efficient manufacturing

Rising energy and operating costs are increasingly leading to a rethink in the manufacturing industry: in addition to performance and efficiency, there is a growing focus on sustainable production. The responsible use of energy and materials is becoming a key competitive factor.

The AI Manufacturing Engineer Certificate Course provides you with practical, AI-driven optimization strategies to reduce energy and material consumption in measurable ways. Experience hands-on how cutting-edge machines and live demonstrations of artificial intelligence automatically optimize parameters such as temperature, pressure, cycle times, and production speeds — all within a realistic learning factory environment.

Study format:
Certificate Course
Duration:
3 Days
Teaching:
November 19 - 21, 2025 in Aachen
Course fees:
2.250€ (incl. lunch, course materials & social program, excl. overnight stay/arrival & departure)
Qualification:
Certificate of participation
Language:
German

Contents of the Training

The AI Manufacturing Engineer certificate course combines theoretical insights with real‑world case studies, dynamic group exercises, and interactive discussions. You’ll bring your own challenges to the table, analyze production data, such as CO₂ footprints and co‑develop sustainable solutions. Experience firsthand how AI accelerates parameter optimization and learn to seamlessly integrate digitalization and sustainability in your production. After the course, you’ll implement resource‑efficient strategies and AI‑powered energy management directly into your daily operations.

Day 1 | Digital Manufacturing

Day 2 | Dual Transformation

Day 3 | Future Trends


Develop new skills and gain industry-specific knowledge

  • Discover AI‑powered optimization tools for temperature, pressure, and cycle‑time settings
  • Arm yourself with a toolkit for resource efficiency: CO₂ accounting, make‑or‑buy analyses, and green KPI dashboards
  • Hands-on with real-world applications: Discover the learning factory & apply your new knowledge!
  • Benefit from industry best practices and interdisciplinary knowledge sharing within our network

Would you like to find out more about the course?

Download our Flyer with all the relevant information about the course!

If you have any further questions or concerns, please call us on +49 241 80 23944 or send us an e-mail.


Scientific Lead & Lecturers of AI Manufacturing Engineers

Vita of the Scientific Lead

Vitae of the Lecturers

Teaching Institutes & Partner

The Institute for Textile Technology (ITA) at RWTH Aachen University, led by Prof. Thomas Gries, integrates research and teaching in textile materials, manufacturing processes, and technical textile products. Embedded within the Mechanical Engineering Faculty, ITA oversees the textile modules in the Bachelor’s and Master’s programs in Plastics and Textile Engineering.

As an industry technology transfer partner, ITA GmbH has successfully operated in R&D for over 14 years. On the RWTH Melaten Campus, about 6,500 m² of state‑of‑the‑art processing facilities, including 250+ machines in the technical center and specialized labs for textile testing and polymer analysis, drive innovation. Close proximity to Fraunhofer institutes and other RWTH departments fosters interdisciplinary collaborations and cutting‑edge solutions for the textile industry.


Participation Requirements & Target Group

The AI Manufacturing Engineer course is designed for production managers, engineers, technicians, CSR managers, and technical or leadership staff in organizations with energy‑intensive processes and equipment. Key industries of interest include:

  • Manufacturing companies
  • Mechanical engineering
  • Processing: plastics, paper, textiles, and metals
  • Business development
  • Process management

Are you unsure whether this course is suitable for you or do you have further questions?
We will be happy to advise you on +49 241 80 23944

The number of participants is limited to 20 persons in order to ensure an efficient knowledge transfer in the dialog between the participants and lecturers is guaranteed.

Course Overview

3 Days| 2.250 € (exempted from sales tax)
incl. lunch, course materials & social program, excl. overnight stay/arrival and departure

  • Target group: Production managers, engineers, technicians, CSR managers, executives
  • Certificate of participation
  • 5% alumni discount

Why take the AI Manufacturing Engineer course at the RWTH International Academy?

  • Live demonstration of machines and AI solutions in a realistic learning factory
  • In-depth consideration of AI-supported systems for optimizing production parameters
  • Linking theoretical knowledge with practical application examples
  • Promoting interactive exchange and discussion between participants
  • Reference to current challenges faced by companies in practice
  • Active exchange and valuable networking at our evening event

In-house Opportunities

Our in-house training offers a wide range of academic and professional skills tailored to your company's specific challenges and goals. We work closely with you to develop a customized training, compiled from proven teaching methods and the expertise of our qualified lecturers to ensure optimal learning outcomes for your professional development.

Would one of our courses also be of interest to your entire team/company? Contact us: Our team for your team! We will be happy to advise you on the possibility of an in-house course. Give us a call or send us an email – we will tailor your further training to your needs!


Funding Options

If you live/work in Germany, there are a number of government funding opportunities for your continuing education. Financial and time support is offered, for example:

  • individual federal states
    (e.g. through Bildungsscheck or QualiCheck)
  • educational leave
Grant application

Further Questions? Feel free to contact us!

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