Our R&D engineers and scientists develop breakthrough technologies that change the way the world works, and industries do business. We constantly push the limits of convention, while retaining our focus on delivering quality products and solutions to our customers. Power Electronics in Hitachi Energy has over 100 years of history, it’s started from development and manufacturing of Mercury-Arc Valves; introduction of breakthrough technologies like HVDC; pioneering power semiconductor manufacturing; bringing electricity to transportation; and enabling Smarter, Stronger and Greener Power Grids.
Hitachi Energy has committed to Net-Zero in the 2050 strategy, focusing R&D development to deliver technologies which support achieving The Carbon-Neutral Future. The backbone for the grid transformation is Power Electronics, where we are developing new efficient solutions for: integrating renewables, providing energy storage, improving power quality, and enabling green transportation & eMobilty solutions.
A new Power Electronics team is being established in Krakow. You will be working in a small, cross-functional team of highly skilled engineers consisting of Power Electronics, HW Electronics and Mechanical Engineers. You will develop a new LV modular converter platform based on wide bandgap semiconductors (e.g. SiC) for a range of grid and DC applications. You are expected to push the technology boundaries in terms of efficiency, size and operational performance. If you are ready for the challenge, then join us.
Reporting to Lukas Ramming Technology Manager Valve Development and supported by Mariusz Wojcik R&D Group Leader, you will cooperate with global R&D teams, in case of technical questions you will get direct support from Simon Round Corporate Executive Engineer – Power Electronics & Digital. A creative environment allows you to utilize your knowledge and skills in technology and product development to identify and implement innovative solutions for a new Product Platform.
Linkedin's profiles:
Lukas Ramming: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lukas-ramming-76028292/
Mariusz Wójcik: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mariusz-wojcik-krakow/
Simon Round: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simon-round-80188262/
- Conduct feasibility studies on converter topologies and guide the selection process for the optimal topology, while gaining knowledge on Power Grids applications and requirements
- Lead the design process for novel LV Power Electronic converters, starting from idea, simulations, circuit design, prototyping and verification of Proof of Concepts; up to functional product prototypes
- Design main circuits, gate drivers and magnetics for high frequency converters
- Solve technical challenges related with EMC/EMI, thermal management, safe & robust design, and find optimal tradeoffs between compactness, performance, and cost
- Drive a fast, iterative design process in a cross-functional, dedicated team. Use fast prototyping and lab mockups to close learning loops and achieve results quickly.
- Working in modern laboratories; bringing up prototypes; evaluating designs limits
- We offer an exciting job in an international environment where you will get great possibilities to develop further within Hitachi Energy.
- 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.
- MSc/PhD degree in Electronics/Electrical Engineering or related field.
- Solid experience with power electronic converters/power supplies development process
- Experience with simulation tools (Spice, SIMetrix, Simulink, PLECS…).
- Experience with high-frequency MOSFET or SiC converters; topologies; gate driver designs.
- Experience with magnetics for high switching frequency converters.
- Experience with EMI filters and compliance of EMC regulations.
- Experience with specification, selection and qualification of power semiconductors.
- Experience with working with laboratory equipment and converter prototyping and testing.
- Strong commitment to safe work practices and dedication to following all relevant workplace safety guidelines.
- A high level of self-motivation, curiosity and desire to learn about new technologies.
- A collaborative, solutions-oriented approach and strong communication skills.
- As you will be part of a global business, fluency in written and spoken English is required.
- Life insurance.
- Medical insurance.
- Flexible work practices.
- Gym membershi.