Scientist - Power Electronics

Hitachi Energy; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology leader in electrification seeks a Research Scientist in Power Electronics in Raleigh, North Carolina. The ideal candidate will have a Ph.D. in electrical engineering and expertise in power electronics, modeling, and control. Responsibilities include collaborating with teams, identifying technology gaps, and disseminating research findings. Join us to power a sustainable energy future through innovative technologies.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering with focus on power electronics.
• Experience in power electronics application in power systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with researchers and engineers for power electronics research.
• Identify technology gaps for business needs in power electronics.
• Disseminate research results through publications and reports.

Skills

Power Electronics Expertise

Modeling and Control

Innovation Capability

Communication Skills

Team Collaboration

Education

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Matlab

Simulink

PSCAD

PLECS

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Scientist - Power Electronics role at Hitachi Energy.

We are seeking a research scientist with expertise in Power Electronics for our research center in Raleigh, North Carolina. As a scientist in the global Hitachi Energy Research organization, you will propose and lead cutting edge research projects to push the boundaries of knowledge and technology for Hitachi Energy's future products and services.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with a global team of researchers and engineers in Hitachi Energy Research and Hitachi Energy business units to perform research and development for next generation technology in power electronics, such as topology analysis, modeling and control, and power electronics application in the power system.
• Collaborate and support all business units and ensure successful execution of research projects.
• Identify technology gaps that address present and future business needs in the field of power electronics technologies and their application in the power system.
• Network in the company and actively distribute your knowledge and expertise.
• Collaborate with external partners including universities, national labs, startups, and vendors.
• Disseminate results in scientific publications, patent applications, and technical reports.
• Live Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your Background

• Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering with a focus on power electronics.
• Candidate must already have work authorization that would permit them to work for Hitachi Energy in the United States.
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is preferred: power electronics topology analysis, converter modelling and control, application of power electronics in the power system (e.g. HVDC, FACTS, microgrid, renewable energy integration, energy storage, EV charging infrastructure), control theory, reliability, etc.
• Solid theoretical background with publications in renowned transactions and conferences.
• Proficient in computation and simulation tools, e.g., Matlab, Simulink, PSCAD, PLECS, etc.
• Excellent innovation capability and competence in application-oriented research.
• Self-motivated, high curiosity and ability to learn new technologies.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills in English.

Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader in electrification, powering a sustainable energy future through innovative power grid technologies with digital at the core. Over three billion people depend on our technologies to power their daily lives. With over a century in pioneering mission-critical technologies like high-voltage, transformers, automation, and power electronics, we are addressing the most urgent energy challenge of our time – balancing soaring electricity demand, while decarbonizing the power system. Headquartered in Switzerland, we employ over 50,000 people in 60 countries and generate revenues of around $16 billion USD. We welcome you to apply today.