HV Scientist

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Right now, a big transformation of the electric power grids is occurring across the globe. This is due to decar-bonization of generation and electrification of transportation and industry. It has resulted in a big increase in demand for power grid infrastructure and the need for R&D work on high-voltage products and systems where we are challenging the boundaries of possibility for the next generation of offerings.
For our research center in Västerås, Sweden we are now looking for new research scientists to work in the area of High-Voltage (HV) Physics. You will join our team to develop future generations of HV products and sys-tems. You will work in dynamic, motivated, and creative projects with colleagues with a wide range of experi-ence and competence, and with access to highly advanced laboratory facilities.
If you have scientific or technical expertise as well as drive and passion, then we are looking forward to your application. Through your research projects you will become part of company-wide community that will shape and help you to develop your career into a technical or managerial leader!
Your responsibilities
Develop and validate HV insulation technologies for the next generation of HV devices and systems so that they can be integrated into the power systems of the future
Connect HV insulation expertise with other technical areas and work in cross-disciplinary teams, to solve research problems relevant for future electric power systems
Build experimental set-ups, conduct tests and analyze test results
Carry out modelling of insulation systems using e.g. finite-element, electromagnetic or multi-physics simulations
Lead R&D projects, with structured and target-oriented working styles
Create ideas and proposals for new R&D projects
Effectively communicate with colleagues, customers, suppliers, and other external partners when needed
Document results in the form of technical reports, presentations, IP etc.

Your background
You have a background in physics and/or electrotechnology. You hold a PhD. Or you hold an MSc combined with relevant working experience.
You have sound analytical skills and have experience in designing, planning, conducting, and analyzing exper-iments and/or experience of electromagnetic or multi-physics simulations from your Ph.D or previous employ-ment.
You have the ability and interest to also work in other technical areas, as for example: sensor and soft sensing technology, energy storage systems.
You are a team player who enjoys collaborating with others to achieve great results. Preferably you also have experience in, or ability to develop, project management and technical leadership skills
You have good communication skills and are fluent in English, both written and spoken.
It is a bonus if you also have working experience of high voltage apparatus/equipment and their function and integration in electrical transmission and distribution networks.

More about us
Welcome to apply by October 14!
Recruiting Manager Andrew Maxwell, andrew.maxwell@hitachienergy.com, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Bo Westman, +46 107-38 38 04, Unionen: Karin Ulvemark, +46 730-70 01 20, Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12. Other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Kirsi Lehto, kirsi.lehto@hitachienergy.com.
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