PhD Position in Medium Voltage Power Converter Arrays
Develop a modular, highly compact medium-voltage power converter architecture for future smart electrical grids.
Best for:Best for electrical engineering graduates with a strong background in power electronics, CAD simulation, and electromagnetic compatibility.
Overview
This PhD project at Université Grenoble Alpes focuses on designing and optimizing modular elementary power converter modules suitable for medium-voltage grids to support global decarbonization and electrification. The researcher will build physics-based or data-driven models to evaluate system volume, operational losses, and electromagnetic compatibility (EMC). Working closely with international partners such as KIT, the candidate will validate these designs against existing hardware implementations. The role requires a strong background in power electronics, electromagnetic compatibility, and electrical CAD simulation.
What you'll do
- Design and optimize elementary power converter modules for medium-voltage applications.
- Develop physical- and data-based models to evaluate system volume, component constraints, and operational losses.
- Analyze and mitigate electromagnetic interference and high-frequency ground currents.
- Validate component, loss, and EMC models using existing power modules in collaboration with domain experts.
- Implement electrical engineering CAD tools and time-domain/finite element simulations.
Requirements
Degree required: Master 2 degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English or French proficiency as required for academic research and publication
Instruction: English / French
- Knowledge of power electronics for operating and sizing power converters
- Understanding of electromagnetic compatibility in power electronics
- Proficiency in electrical engineering CAD tools including time simulation and finite elements
- Strong aptitude for scientific research and technical modeling
- Must hold a Master 2 degree or equivalent qualification
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2027-09-30
Submit your application through the official ABG portal following the instructions provided on the listing page.
- CV
- Cover letter
- Master 2 transcripts
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