Stochastic Reliability Modeling of HVDC Station Components 80 - 100% (f/m/d)
The opportunity
The HVDC (High Voltage Direct Current) market is experiencing substantial growth and has become integral to many transmission networks. This technology facilitates the connection of remote electrical power sources, including emissions-free renewable sources such as hydroelectric or wind generation, to load centers that are hundreds or even thousands of kilometers away from the power source. This project aims to model the reliability and availability of HVDC systems and their components for optimized asset performance management.
The Semiconductor Packaging and Reliability Engineering research team at the Central European Hitachi Energy Research Center is looking for an intern with reliability engineering experience to contribute to our reliability models initiatives. The intern will interact with a dynamic and multidisciplinary team that will supervise and guide the project.
If you possess a strong technical background, love diving into new challenges, and are looking for an exciting internship, join us to help build a more reliable and sustainable energy future.
Internship duration: 6-12 months
Starting: Aug/Sep 2025
Location: Baden-Dättwil, Aargau, Switzerland
How you’ll make an impact
- Assist in developing and applying novel statistical and mathematical models for reliability analysis of power systems and components
- Developing stochastic reliability models for components in HVDC Stations
- Document and communicate the solutions developed to ensure knowledge transfer within the research team, academic collaborators, and relevant business units
Your background
- Currently pursuing a M.Sc. degree in electrical engineering, power engineering, physics, applied mathematics, mechanical engineering or a related discipline (official enrolment is essential)
- A good understanding of AC power component, or DC component like convertor, cooling system, etc.
- Familiar with reliability engineering and statistics
- Fluency in written and spoken English
- Good communication and technical writing skills
- Creative and able to work autonomously
About Hitachi Energy
Hitachi Energy is a global technology leader that is advancing a sustainable energy future for all. We serve customers in the utility, industry and infrastructure sectors with innovative solutions and services across the value chain. Together with customers and partners, we pioneer technologies and enable the digital transformation required to accelerate the energy transition towards a carbon-neutral future.
We employ around 45,000 people in 90 countries who each day work with purpose and use their different backgrounds to challenge the status quo. We welcome you to apply today and be part of a global team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Great Innovation.