Experimental Physicist (80 - 100%)
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This is a position with grade
14
This position reports to
R&D Team Lead
Your role and responsibilities
In this role, you will define engineering opportunities for the ABB switchgear portfolio. You will specify requirements and develop novel protection concepts for evolving applications such as microgrids, energy storage systems, or new topologies for a sustainable energy generation and distribution. You will perform experiments, model the underlying physical phenomena and utilize state-of-the-art simulations to develop new protection solutions for medium and low voltage grids.
Reporting to the research team manager, you will engage with cross-functional teams inside and outside the company and work together to demonstrate these concepts in prototypes serving as starting points for products. Further, you will contribute to the definition of the team research roadmap and to the management of the research projects.
Qualifications for the role
* PhD in physics or electrical engineering
* Experience in practical laboratory applying measurement techniques and data analysis
* Knowledge and experience of applying state-of-the-art simulations, such as CFD, FEM, MHD.
* Background in plasma physics, vacuum arc, dielectrics, fluid dynamics or an area with relevance to electrical switchgear is a strong advantage
* A collaborative, solution-focused approach, with strong written and spoken communication skills, as well as relationship-building skills
* Strong communication skills in English (both written and spoken)
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