Research Engineer for Wind Energy at Fraunhofer IWES, focusing on Power Electronics and Grid Integration. Involves grid integration projects, test method development, and project management.
Responsibilities
Participate in various research and industry projects related to the grid integration of wind turbines
Support the commissioning of a converter test bench
Optimize and expand other test benches with a focus on Power Hardware-in-the-Loop (PHiL)
Develop testing methods to generate measurement data for model validation
Design test and validation procedures for grid-forming characteristics
Prepare scientific reports and publications to present findings
Manage projects and lead individual R&D projects over time
Assist team members in planning and executing measurement campaigns
Requirements
Completed diploma or master’s degree in electrical engineering, power engineering, control engineering, mechatronics, or engineering management
Basic understanding of electrical energy systems
Familiarity with control engineering and grid modeling (at least in theory)
Experience with MATLAB and PSCAD is a plus
Experience with software-in-the-loop (SIL), model-in-the-loop (MIL), or hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) is advantageous
Good command of German and English
Benefits
Flexible working hours
Option to work remotely
Emergency childcare assistance
Employee discounts for events, clothes, vacations, etc.
Support for personal and professional qualification measures
Options for personal doctorate
Open institute culture fostering diversity and mutual respect
Onboarding program for new employees
Job title
Research Engineer, Wind Energy – Power Electronics & Grid Integration
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