Lead Engineer - Energy Systems

-; Bonn; Vor Ort; EUR 60.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

An innovative power management company is seeking a Lead Engineer for Energy Systems to spearhead research and development projects addressing modern power grid challenges. This role involves developing solutions for energy applications, leading technology projects, and ensuring alignment with cutting-edge research trends. You'll work with a team of experts to innovate and secure intellectual property while contributing to sustainable practices. Join a dynamic environment where your expertise can shape the future of energy management and power systems, making a tangible impact on global sustainability efforts.

Leistungen

Learning & Development opportunities

Career development in power electronics

Collaboration with international teams

Qualifikationen

• PhD or Master's in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Experience in DER/EV management and energy management systems.
• Proficiency in power systems simulation software.

Aufgaben

• Develop solutions for energy system applications and digital twins.
• Lead technology development projects and validate optimization algorithms.
• Stay current with research trends and innovate through patents.

Kenntnisse

DER management

EV charging infrastructure

Energy management systems

Grid automation

Microgrid control

Communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, TCP/IP, MQTT)

Programming in Python

Programming in C++

Ausbildung

PhD in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Master’s degree in related field

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PSCAD

Jobbeschreibung

Eaton has an opening for a:

Lead Engineer - Energy Systems

Location: Aachen/Bonn, Germany

About the research and the project:

In this position, you will execute research and development projects to address modern power grid issues with growing DERs, EVs, and smart loads. The Lead Engineer Energy Systems will report to the Regional Team Lead at Eaton Research Labs in Aachen/Bonn, helping identify key technical gaps and influence the technology roadmap for Eaton's power systems products and services. This work aims to solve critical business problems and uncover new opportunities across Eaton.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and demonstrate solutions for energy system applications, including DER management, DC Distribution, EVCI, advanced grid management, grid connectivity, and digitalization. Focus on digital twins, advanced control, optimization, and protection algorithms, as well as real-time simulation frameworks.
• Develop and validate flexibility, ancillary services, and optimization algorithms for power system operation and planning.
• Lead technology development and demonstration projects as a technical or project lead.
• Stay current with research trends and apply knowledge to government-funded projects.
• Innovate and secure intellectual property through patents and publications.

Qualifications:

• PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related field, or PhD candidate close to graduation; or Master’s degree with relevant experience.
• Experience in DER/EV management, EV charging infrastructure, energy management systems, grid automation, or microgrid control.
• Proficiency in power systems simulation software such as MATLAB/Simulink or PSCAD.
• Experience with real-time simulations, hardware-in-the-loop, and power hardware-in-the-loop systems.
• Knowledge of AI applications, predictive maintenance algorithms, and field testing of energy systems.
• Full professional proficiency in English; German language skills are highly desirable.

Skills to be evaluated:

• Experience with communication protocols (CAN, Ethernet, TCP/IP, MQTT).
• Programming skills in Python and C++ are advantageous.

What we offer:

• Learning & Development opportunities through Eaton University.
• Career development in power electronic sectors, collaborating with Eaton's European Innovation Center and international locations.
• Opportunity to work with a team of professionals and learn new technologies.

About Eaton:

We are a power management company with over 92,000 employees in more than 175 countries. Our energy-efficient products and services help manage electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical power reliably, efficiently, safely, and sustainably. We aim to empower people to use power more efficiently, support sustainable business practices, and encourage our employees to think innovatively about our impact on the world.