R&D Internship in multi-physics modelling 80 - 100% (f/m/d)

The opportunity 

Hitachi Energy is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help to power your home, keep the factories running, and our hospitals and schools open. Join us and get ready to grow with us. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation. 

Hitachi Energy Research, in close collaboration with business areas, is developing foundations for the next generation of Power Grids products. Located in the proximity of Zurich, the research center employs approximately 60 scientists from all over the world with cross-disciplinary expertise. In the System Integration and Physics Group, we perform cutting-edge research and look at various aspects of making the power system stronger, smarter and greener. We focus on the challenges and opportunities in enhancing grid flexibility and facilitating renewable energy transition. In this context, we offer an internship position which provides the opportunity of working on real-world projects in an international team of research scientists. 

How you’ll make an impact

• Develop multi-physics models for simulating components of high voltage equipment  

• Verify and validate the models with experimental data  

• Collaborate with experts in a multi-disciplinary research team 

• Present progress updates and results, and write technical reports 

• Contribute to scientific publications 

Your Background

• Currently pursuing an MSc degree in physics, applied mathematics, electrical engineering, computational science or a similar subject – official enrolment is essential 

• Basic understanding of partial differential equations, electromagnetics and thermal physics 

• Experience with simulation and modeling with Matlab or Python. Knowledge of with multi-physics software, such as COMSOL would be a plus 

• Proficiency in English, both written and spoken 

• Enthusiastic, motivated and curious team player with good organizational skills 

• Availability for 6 months, with the possibility of further extension 

We look forward to receiving your application, including a brief cover letter and a transcript of records, along with your CV (as one pdf file). 

Selected candidates will be required to demonstrate their background knowledge during the interview. Non-EU/EFTA citizens, please note that an official university certificate showing that an internship is a mandatory part of your studies is required for the work permit application.