Power Converter Engineer
Power Converter Engineer
Amsterdam
Netherlands
€80,000/year
Permanent
Wind Energy
1
Company Overview:
A leading global designer and manufacturer of direct drive wind turbines, active in Europe, North America, and Asia, established in 2004 and based in the Netherlands. The company offers a broad product portfolio of onshore direct-drive wind turbines.
Job Summary:
As a Power Converter Engineer, you will be responsible for the design, development, and optimization of power conversion systems for direct-drive wind turbines featuring back-to-back converters. This role requires a deep understanding of power electronics, control systems, and renewable energy technologies to enhance the performance, efficiency, and reliability of wind energy solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and develop power conversion systems for direct drive wind turbines, focusing on back-to-back converter configuration.
- Perform detailed simulations and modeling of power converter systems to optimize performance and efficiency.
- Develop control strategies for power converters to ensure stable and efficient operation under various wind conditions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including mechanical, electrical, and control engineers, to integrate power converters with wind turbine systems.
- Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analyses to evaluate new converter technologies and design improvements.
- Plan, coordinate, and execute Factory Acceptance Tests (FAT) for power converters to ensure they meet design specifications and performance criteria before deployment.
- Provide technical support to the service team during the commissioning of power converters.
- Monitor and analyze the performance of power conversion systems in operational wind turbines, identifying areas for enhancement and troubleshooting issues.
- Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations in the design and implementation of power converters.
- Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, test plans, and performance reports.
- Stay updated with the latest advancements in power electronics and renewable energy technologies, incorporating new findings into design practices.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, or a related field. A Master’s degree or relevant certifications are highly desirable.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in power electronics design, particularly in the renewable energy sector.
- Proficiency in power converter design and power system design tools and simulation software (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, PowerFactory, PSCAD).
- Proficiency in programming for embedded applications using C/C++.
- Strong understanding of control systems for power converters and experience with digital signal processing (DSP) or microcontroller-based control.
- Familiarity with the operation and control of direct drive wind turbines and back-to-back converter systems.
- Develop and implement strategies for integrating diverse power converter topologies into renewable energy systems like solar PV, biomass, and energy storage.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to troubleshoot complex power electronics issues.
- Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and preparing technical documentation.
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulations related to power electronics and renewable energy systems.
Desired Skills:
- Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing and validation of power converter systems.
- Familiarity with grid integration and compliance requirements for renewable energy systems.
- Fluent in English, with Dutch or any additional language being advantageous.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
Work Environment:
- Primarily office-based with occasional visits to manufacturing facilities and wind turbine/microgrid sites for testing and troubleshooting.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including mechanical, electrical, and control engineers.
What We Offer:
- A competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development within a leading company in the renewable energy sector.
- A dynamic, innovative, supportive work environment committed to sustainable energy solutions.
If this is something of interest, apply now or please contact me on Write an email as all CV’s will be reviewed immediately!
Darwin Recruitment is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy.
Courtney Cole
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