Senior Engineer on Grid-Tied Inverter Control

Huawei's Nuremberg Research Center is responsible for Network Energy Advanced Technology Research, Architecture Evolution Design and Strategic Technology Planning.

The Power Conversion Technology Laboratory within the Huawei's Nuremberg Research Center is responsible for Advanced Digital Power Technology Research, Architecture Evolution Design and Strategic Technology Planning, and plays an important role in the Huawei Digital Power business in the design and development of power converters and control systems for applications such as PV Solar & Battery Energy Storage Field, Data Centers, Electric Vehicle, and Embedded Power Supply.

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Senior Engineer on Grid-Tied Inverter Control & Power System (m/f/d)

Your mission

• Work with internal and external stakeholders to define power system and grid-tied inverter control requirements, particularly for renewable energy integration.
• Engage with Grid Operators, Power Suppliers, and Energy Consumers to stay ahead of industry developments and provide insights through technical reports.
• Research state-of-the-art power system technologies and identify future trends in inverter control.
• Collaborate with standardization bodies to influence grid code changes and keep up with evolving standards for Solar PV and Energy Storage systems.
• Drive innovation by generating new ideas and securing intellectual property (IP).
• Mentor and support less experienced engineers, fostering a collaborative and knowledge-sharing environment.

Your areas of expertise

We are looking for candidates with various levels of experience, from experienced engineers to senior experts. You should have:

• A Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or a related field.
• Experience in power generation, transmission, and distribution, including grid-tied inverter control technologies.
• Knowledge of grid stability, power flow control, inverter control, grid-forming, and protection systems.
• Familiarity with international and national standards related to Solar PV and Battery Energy Storage Systems.
• A track record of technology development, research, or innovation, demonstrated through publications, patents, or R&D projects.
• A proactive and problem-solving mindset, with a willingness to think outside the box.
• Fluent English communication skills (additional languages are a plus).

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Your rewards of working here

• Work in a high-impact R&D environment with top industry experts.
• Our culture is characterized by innovative power and team spirit as well as the intensive exchange of knowledge and experience within our global network.
• We offer healthy meals ranging from traditional Chinese to western delicacies in our famous company canteen.
• To keep your development ongoing, you will find a broad range of training opportunities. Many online and face-to-face training programs incl. language courses in German and Mandarin.
• Our diverse and welcoming environment is shaped by different backgrounds and around 40 individual nationalities.
• Self-responsible work in a competent, motivated and constantly growing team.

Please send your application and CV (incl. cover letter and reference letters) in English.

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