(Senior) Scientist – Gas Circuit Breaker Research - 80-100% (f/m/d)
We are looking for a senior research scientist with experience in gas circuit breakers or in high-voltage technology, to strengthen our team at our research center in Baden/CH.
Your Responsibilities
Define, plan, lead and contribute to multidisciplinary industrial research projects on gas circuit breakers, high-voltage engineering, electrical power devices
Create and research new concepts for high-voltage AC and DC gas circuit breakers and gaseous insulation
Contribute to shape the long-term R&D strategy of gas circuit breakers and high voltage switchgear
Collaborate with Hitachi Energy business units and research centers, universities, and external partners
Build your network in the company and actively distribute your knowledge and expertise
Disseminate your results in technical reports, patent applications, and scientific publications
Your Requirements
3+ years of industry or postdoc experience in the area of circuit breaker or high-voltage technology
Project management, people- or technical leadership experience
PhD in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering or applied physics or equivalent experience
Proven track record in science or in industry
Excellent leadership and communication skills, team player attitude, initiative and creativity
Background related to cold/thermal plasma physics and applications, experimental fluid dynamics or combustion physics is an advantage
Fluency in English (written and spoken)
