Hybrid Research Engineer, Wind Energy – Power Electronics & Grid Integration

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About the role

  • 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

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

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Degree requirement

No Education Requirement

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