Hitachi Energy · 5 months ago
Scientist - Power Electronics
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelHitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable, and modern energy for all. They are seeking a research scientist with expertise in Power Electronics to propose and lead cutting-edge research projects for future products and services. The role involves collaboration with global teams and external partners, focusing on research and development in power electronics technologies.
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Responsibilities
Collaborate with a global team of researchers and engineers in Hitachi Energy Research and Hitachi Energy business units to perform research and development for next generation technology in power electronics, such as topology analysis, modeling and control, and power electronics application in the power system
Collaborate and support all business units and ensure successful execution of research projects
Identify technology gaps that address present and future business needs in the field of power electronics technologies and their application in the power system
Network in the company and actively distribute your knowledge and expertise
Collaborate with external partners including universities, national labs, startups, and vendors
Disseminate results in scientific publications, patent applications, and technical reports
Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business
Qualification
Required
Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering with a focus on power electronics
Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States
Solid theoretical background with publications in renowned transactions and conferences
Proficient in computation and simulation tools, e.g., Matlab, Simulink, PSCAD, PLECS, etc
Excellent innovation capability and competence in application-oriented research
Self-motivated, high curiosity and ability to learn new technologies
Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English
Preferred
Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: power electronics topology analysis, converter modelling and control, application of power electronics in the power system (e.g. HVDC, FACTS, microgrid, renewable energy integration, energy storage, EV charging infrastructure), control theory, reliability, etc
Company
Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a renewable energy company that provides energy consulting services.
Founded in 1950
10001+ employees
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