Research Engineer - 530797
About The Position
The Research Engineer uses fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures of a particular field of specialization to perform varied scientific research requiring application and adaptation of established techniques, procedures, and criteria. Evaluates, selects, and applies standard scientific techniques, procedures, and criteria to accomplish a variety of research assignments. Performs various research projects to include conducting experiments, writing research proposals, writing technical papers and research reports. Develops a system that includes hardware and control and management algorithms programing/software. The position will be developing, testing, and demonstrating power electronic systems hardware with power converters each with power levels that exceed 10 kW and/or voltages of up to 1000 V, advanced control of power electronic systems, analog-digital mixed power controllers for power electronic systems, electric vehicles fast chargers, and Lithium-Ion battery energy storage, but is subject to change. Works on developing and testing/validating this system, use and maintain laboratory and its electrical and mechanical equipment and tools, prepare/write reports, and assist in lab management, maintenance and safety, etc. Laboratory safety responsibilities will include safe storage, use and disposal of batteries and other material, and providing safety supervision to users.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree and two (2) years of research experience; OR master's degree and some research experience
- Knowledge in developing, testing, and demonstrating power electronic systems hardware with power converters each with power levels that exceed 10 kW and/or voltages of up to 1000 V
- Knowledge in advanced control of power electronic systems
- Knowledge in analog-digital mixed power controllers for power electronic systems
- Knowledge in electric vehicles fast chargers
- Knowledge in Lithium-Ion battery energy storage
- Excellent electrical skills
- Good mechanical skills
- Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students
- Willingness and ability to learn additional skills needed for the project
- Ability to remain proficient and up to date with state-of-the-art technology
Nice To Haves
- Knowledge in Artificial Intelligence (AI)/Machine Learning algorithms and hardware is preferred
- Significant experience in one or more of the technical or research areas related to the project
- Experience with artificial intelligence and machine learning methods for energy systems, including data-driven modeling, real-time inference, and adaptive control
- Familiarity with AI model training, validation, and deployment on embedded or edge platforms
- Knowledge of data integrity, robustness, and basic cybersecurity considerations in AI-enabled control systems is a plus
Responsibilities
- Conducting experiments
- Writing research proposals
- Writing technical papers and research reports
- Developing, testing, and demonstrating power electronic systems hardware
- Developing, testing, and demonstrating power converters with power levels exceeding 10 kW and/or voltages up to 1000 V
- Developing, testing, and demonstrating advanced control of power electronic systems
- Developing, testing, and demonstrating analog-digital mixed power controllers for power electronic systems
- Developing, testing, and demonstrating electric vehicles fast chargers
- Developing, testing, and demonstrating Lithium-Ion battery energy storage systems
- Using and maintaining laboratory equipment and tools
- Assisting in lab management, maintenance, and safety
- Ensuring safe storage, use, and disposal of batteries and other materials
- Providing safety supervision to users
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
