PhD in Solid-State Transformers for High-Power PV Grids

ETH Zürich; Zürich; On-site; CHF 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Excellent research facilities

International team environment

Job summary

ETH Zurich's Laboratory for High Power Electronic Systems (HPE) seeks a Doctoral Position to develop solid-state transformers, with emphasis on high‑power medium‑frequency transformers. The role blends modelling, simulations and experimental validation within an international team.

Applicants should hold a Diploma or MSc in electrical engineering with excellent grades, have power electronics knowledge, strong communication skills, and fluency in English.

Qualifications

• Diploma or MSc in electrical engineering with excellent grades.
• Fundamental knowledge of power electronic converter systems.
• Good communication skills and fluency in English.
• Willingness to join an international research team.
• Interest in modelling and design of magnetic components and optimization of power electronics.

Responsibilities

• Doctoral research on modelling and optimisation of Solid-State Transformers (SSTs), focusing on Medium-Frequency Transformers (MFTs).
• Investigation of high-frequency/high-voltage MFTs for PV systems and grids.
• Integration of battery storage and dynamic power flow control.
• Development of multiphysics models for losses, temperature, cooling and insulation.
• Design, construction and experimental validation of MFT prototypes and converters.

Skills

Power electronics knowledge

English fluency

Education

Diploma/MSc in Electrical Engineering

Job description

ETH Zurich's Laboratory for High Power Electronic Systems (HPE) seeks a Doctoral Position to develop solid-state transformers, with emphasis on high‑power medium‑frequency transformers. The role blends modelling, simulations and experimental validation within an international team.

Applicants should hold a Diploma or MSc in electrical engineering with excellent grades, have power electronics knowledge, strong communication skills, and fluency in English.