R&D scientist in Transformer Electromagnetics

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help keep your lights on, the factories running, our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation
Do you want to apply your advanced degree in science or engineering to make a real difference for the everyday quality of life for hundreds of millions of people worldwide?
Innovation is the heart of Hitachi ABB Power Grids and our research centers the backbone. Join us if you have outstanding scientific or technical expertise as well as drive and passion. 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.
For our research center in Västerås, Sweden, we are looking for a research scientist with expertise in the area of Transformer Electromagnetics. You will work in dynamic, motivated and creative teams with a wide range of experiences and competences with access to highly advanced laboratory facilities. Our teams are often multicultural, and we encourage job rotation as a way to develop personal competence and to learn how to work in different cultures
Your responsibilities
Identify technical requirements and propose solution ideas in R&D projects
Develop and provide solutions for technical challenges in R&D projects
Conduct laboratory tests, analyze data, and improve/optimize the solutions
Lead R&D projects with a structured working style, target-oriented strategy and effective leadership
Create ideas and proposals for R&D project sponsors & customers
Interact and actively communicate with team members, customers, suppliers, as well as Collaborators in partner companies and universities
Deliver results in the form of software, hardware, technical reports, patent applications, scientific papers, and presentations
Build a network in the company and actively share your knowledge and expertise

Your background
PhD in Electrical Engineering specializing in power transformer, or a comparable Master with relevant working experience
Experience of electromagnetic design of complex equipment and systems
Demonstrated skills in using scientific tools e.g. COMSOL, MagNet and CST simulation studio
Demonstrated high theoretical understanding in the area of electromagnetic and field theory
Curious mindset and can easily adapt to new challenges and learn adjacent scientific areas
Excellent communication skills, team player and ability to take diverse inputs to solve complex problem
Fluency in English, both written and spoken

More about us
Are you ready for a new exciting challenge? Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until 2021.01.17, so don’t delay – apply today!
Recruiting Manager Manoj Pradhan, +46107386623, will answer your questions about the position. Union representatives – Sveriges Ingenjörer: Bo Westman, +46 107-38 38 04, Unionen: Karin Boholm, +46 107-38 65 85, Ledarna: Christer Fridlund, +46 107-38 29 12. All other questions can be directed to Talent Acquisition Partner Sofia Lindblom, +46 727-04 06 11
Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a global technology leader with a combined heritage of almost 250 years, employing around 36,000 people in 90 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the business serves utility, industry and infrastructure customers across the value chain, and emerging areas like sustainable mobility, smart cities, energy storage and data centers. With a proven track record, global footprint and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi ABB Power Grids balances social, environmental and economic values, and is committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering and digital technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter and greener grid. www.hitachiabb-powergrids.com