Industrial Researcher in Power Systems 100% (f/m/d)
We are looking for a research scientist with expertise in power systems and their computational aspects to join our team in Baden/CH. You will be part of a dynamic, motivated and creative team with a broad range of experiences and backgrounds. Seize this unique opportunity to work on next-generation technologies and contribute to the clean energy transition.
How you’ll make an impact
You are creative: Conduct high-quality industrial research for the next generation of products for sustainable power grids, green energy and related fields
You are visionary: Develop innovative approaches to design and run the power grid, turn them into prototypes, and increase the technology readiness level towards productization
You take initiative: Propose, contribute to, and drive industrial research projects while serving as a power system specialist in interdisciplinary teams including data science, machine learning and software scientists
You collaborate: Build close connections across the Hitachi Energy Research organization, our business units, universities and industrial partners
You are communicative: Share your knowledge, and disseminate results in technical reports, patent applications, and scientific publications
Your background
PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Control and Automation, or a related field
Background in modelling and analysis of power grids (e.g., load flow, optimal power flow, state estimation, dynamic stability assessment, etc.), including solid understanding of solution algorithms
Knowledge of mathematical optimization applied to power systems and modern numerical solvers
Profound experience in scientific computing (Matlab, Python, etc.). Familiarity with simulation tools for power grids, and a demonstrated ability to write efficient, scalable, and maintainable code are an advantage
Proven track record at top scientific conferences and journal publications
Fluency in English, written and spoken
About Us
Hitachi Energy offers you interesting tasks in a highly motivated team and an open communication style. Through an individual and practice-oriented induction plan, we will support you to quickly gain professional confidence to be able to work independently with high level of personal responsibility. Even after the induction phase, Hitachi Energy offers a wide range of learning and development opportunities for professional growth and supports you in achieving your career goals.
