Location:
Baden-Daettwil, Aargau, Switzerland
Job ID:
R0104196
Date Posted:
Company Name:
HITACHI ENERGY LTD
Profession (Job Category):
Administration & Facilities
Job Schedule:
Full time
Remote:
No
Job Description:
The opportunity
Hitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help to power your home, keep the factories running, and our hospitals and schools open. Join us and get ready to grow with us. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.
Hitachi Energy Research, in close collaboration with business areas, is developing foundations for the next generation of Power Grids products. Located in the proximity of Zurich, the research center employs approximately 65 scientists from all over the world with cross-disciplinary expertise. In the System Integration and Physics Group, we perform cutting-edge research and look at various aspects of making the power system stronger, smarter and greener. We focus on the challenges and opportunities in enhancing grid flexibility and facilitating renewable energy proliferation. In this context, we offer an internship position which provides the opportunity of working on real-world projects in an international team of research scientists.
How you'll make an impact
* Build coupled electro-thermal models of toroidal core common-mode chokes for the high-frequency range
* Capture thermal paths for frequency-dependent losses (core and conductor)
* Develop efficient simulation models to verify and validate the developed models
* Collaborate with experts in a multi-disciplinary research team
* Present progress updates and results and write technical reports
* Contribute to scientific publications
Your background
* Currently pursuing an MSc degree in physics, electrical engineering, applied mathematics, or a similar subject – official enrolment is essential
* Fluent English language, both written and spoken
* Good understanding of electromagnetics and circuit theory. Basic knowledge of power electronics is a plus
* Experience with simulation and modelling with MATLAB or Python. Knowledge of multi-physics software, such as COMSOL or CST would be a plus
* Enthusiastic, motivated and curious team player with good organizational skills
* Availability for six months, with the possibility of further extension
More about us
We offer flexible working conditions, dedicated mentorship, and a supportive, inclusive environment where you can grow personally and professionally - empowering you to thrive while balancing life and work.
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