Design and Development: Lead the design, analysis, and modelling of high-power converters from concept to detailed design, ensuring they meet grid application requirements.
Technical Consultation: Provide expert technical consultation and direction to project teams, particularly in the areas of control strategies and converter design.
Testing and Validation: Conduct rigorous testing and validation of high-power converters, including real-time simulation and hardware testing.
Data Analysis: Analyze test data using advanced statistical software to ensure the reliability and performance of power converters.
Project Contribution: Actively contribute to focused project teams to support technology and product development objectives, particularly in the area of grid applications.
Collaboration: Foster a collaborative work ethic within the team and the ICA, promoting knowledge sharing and innovation.
Communication: Effectively communicate with multiple functional groups, including Business Areas and Global Innovation Centers, to ensure alignment and successful project execution.
What You Bring / Skills, Capabilities
Educational Background: University degree in electrical engineering or a related field (Master/Diploma) or comparable qualification.
Experience: 5+ years of work experience in the field of Power Electronics, with a strong focus on designing and testing high-power converters for grid applications.
Technical Skills:
Expertise in designing, modelling, and simulating high-power converters.
Proficiency in specifying and implementing control strategies for power converters.
Strong knowledge of automation, software programming, and PLC systems.
Experience with real-time simulation.
Professional Attributes:
Proven track record of co-creation with customers or similar collaborative projects.
High energy, enthusiasm, and a focus on achieving results that benefit the company and the Innovation Center.
Willingness to take on challenging projects to support the growth of the ICA.
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to drive quick results.
Excellent English language skills.
Desired candidate profile
Power Electronics Fundamentals
Power semiconductor devices (e.g., MOSFETs, IGBTs, diodes)
DC-DC converters, AC-DC converters, DC-AC inverters, and AC-AC converters
Pulse-width modulation (PWM) techniques
Switching regulators and power supplies
Circuit Design
Proficiency in designing power circuits for different types of applications (e.g., renewable energy, electric vehicles, industrial automation)
Analog and digital circuit design (including signal conditioning, filters, amplifiers)
Understanding of power distribution systems and load management
Simulation and Modeling
Familiarity with simulation tools like MATLAB/Simulink, PSpice, or LTspice for power circuit modeling and analysis
Ability to simulate and optimize power systems for efficiency, stability, and thermal management
Finite Element Method (FEM) for electromagnetic field simulations
Control Systems and Algorithms
Understanding control theory applied to power electronics (e.g., PID control, state-space control)
Implementing feedback control systems for stability and regulation of power systems
Knowledge of digital signal processors (DSPs) or microcontrollers for controlling power converters
Thermal Management
Thermal modeling and management in power electronics systems to prevent overheating and ensure reliability
Heat dissipation techniques such as using heatsinks, fans, and thermal interface materials
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
Understanding EMC standards and how to minimize electromagnetic interference (EMI)
Designing circuits that comply with EMC regulations and ensuring devices work efficiently without causing disturbances in nearby electronics
High-Efficiency Power Conversion
Optimizing designs to achieve high-efficiency power conversion and minimizing energy loss
Focus on energy-saving technologies, such as wide bandgap semiconductors (e.g., SiC, GaN) for better performance in high-power applications