About us:
The EuroTube Foundation is a Swiss non-profit research organization dedicated to sustainable transport technologies. It fosters R&D activities, provides research infrastructure, and sets industry standards for safe and efficient technology deployment.
You will work in a small team on an interactive level, shaping your own role in our dynamic environment:
* Pioneer the future of hyperloop development and contribute to building our research organization.
* Take on impactful roles where your contributions directly influence our growth and success. We offer high responsibility, decision power, and opportunities for innovation.
Position description:
As an Electrical Engineer, you will design, develop, and optimize energy storage systems for electric heavy-duty applications. You will focus on the Active hybrid energy storage system for heavy-duty applications project (AHESS4HD).
Your tasks will include:
* Designing a hybrid energy storage system combining battery cells and supercapacitors for enhanced performance and extended battery life.
* Selecting the appropriate power converter topology to manage efficient power distribution between primary lithium ion batteries and supercapacitors.
* Conducting simulations and tests to assess the system's performance under various high-demand scenarios.
* Collaborating with industry and research partners, managing interactions, and translating technical findings into practical project plans.
* Leading projects at EuroTube from start to finish, setting expectations, and achieving desired results.
Technical qualifications:
You should have experience in control systems, energy storage technologies, and power electronic converter principles. Familiarity with lithium metal battery technology and hybrid energy systems is beneficial.
Personal profile:
We are looking for someone with a proactive attitude towards collaboration and communication, as well as independent and organized working style. Experience in project management or stakeholder management is a plus.
Contract details:
This is a fixed-term position with the possibility of extension. The workplace is located in Dübendorf, Canton Zürich, and we offer flexible working hours.