PostDoc Researcher in the field of Power Electronics

IREC - Institut de Recerca en Energia de Catalunya; Cartagena; Presencial; EUR 30.000 - 40.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

IREC is seeking a PostDoc Researcher for the SCAPE project under HORIZON EUROPE. This role involves designing advanced power converter topologies and conducting experimental research on power electronics. Candidates should have a relevant PhD or Master's degree along with experience in the field.

Formación

• PhD or Master's in related engineering disciplines with over 4 years of research experience in Power Electronics.
• Experience in design, programming control boards, and hands-on activities with power electronics.
• Knowledge of multilevel power converter topologies preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Design advanced power converter topologies and control schemes.
• Develop advanced electro-thermal models for power converter digital twins.
• Conduct experimental activities with power converters, implementing setups in IREC's lab.

Conocimientos

Teamwork

Initiative in research and innovation

Flexibility

Results-oriented approach

Analytical and synthesis skills

Educación

PhD in Electronic Engineering

Master's in Electronic Engineering or similar

Descripción del empleo

The Power Systems Group announces the opening of a position as PostDoc Researcher to work on the SCAPE project funded under the HORIZON EUROPE programme, as well as on similar technical research projects in the fields of Power Electronics. The tasks to be carried out will be focused on designing advanced power converter topologies and control schemes, together with the development of advanced electro-thermal models for the implementation of power converter digital twins. Additionally, experimental activities with power converters are expected, including the design and implementation of experimental setups within IREC’s lab facilities.

Qualifications and experience required :

• PhD in Electronic Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications Engineering, Automatic Control, or similar, or a Master (or equivalent) in the same disciplines with more than 4 years of research experience related to Power Electronics.
• Experience in design, modelling, and operation of power electronics converters.
• Experience with control board design and programming.
• Experience in analog and digital electronic systems design, simulation, and testing.
• Hands-on experience with power electronics is essential.

Preferred qualifications:

• Knowledge of multilevel power converter topologies and operation.
• Experience in communications and automation systems.
• Experience supervising, guiding, and training personnel.
• Experience in preparing competitive project proposals.
• Experience writing papers for technical journals and conferences.

Personal skills :

• Teamwork
• Initiative in research and innovation
• Flexibility
• Results-oriented approach
• Analytical and synthesis skills

Required documents :

• Curriculum Vitae, including degree details and relevant experience.
• Motivation letter.
• Email subject title: 2025 / 61 SCAPE PROJECT

Job offer :

We offer a R2 position for 14 months within the SCAPE European project. Salaries will follow IREC’s salary policy, based on qualifications and experience.