Researcher in EV charging infrastructure

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Researcher in EV charging infrastructure Sintesi in italiano (traduzione automatica): L'organizzazione KTH, un'università tecnica internazionale con sede a Stoccolma, cerca un Ricercatore per un progetto sull'infrastruttura di ricarica per veicoli elettrici pesanti. Il ruolo prevede la progettazione, modellazione e sviluppo di sistemi di ricarica rapida, con un focus su convertitori elettronici di potenza e integrazione con la rete. È richiesta una laurea di dottorato in Ingegneria Elettrica e competenze in elettronica di potenza o gestione della ricarica dei veicoli elettrici. Sono preferibili esperienze pregresse nello sviluppo hardware e pubblicazioni in riviste di settore. L'impiego è a tempo pieno e limitato a 12 mesi, con inizio secondo accordo. Job description The electrification of heavy-duty transportation requires next-generation charging infrastructure capable of delivering fast, efficient, and reliable charging while supporting future grid services through vehicle-to-grid (V2G) technologies and mobile energy storage. This project focuses on the design, modeling, control, and hardware development of fast charging systems for heavy-duty electric vehicles. The research covers high-power power electronic converters, system-level modeling, control strategies, grid integration, the coordination of mobile energy storage. This project is funded by Sweden's Innovation Agency, in collaboration with City of Stockholm, Hitachi Energy, Vattenfall, etc. Qualifications Requirements A doctoral degree or an equivalent foreign degree in Electrical Engineering Strong expertise in at least one of the following topics: power electronics hardware, EV charging converter design, or EV charging management Knowledge of diversity and equal opportunity issues, with specific focus on gender equality Collaborative abilities Independence Preferred qualifications Experience with hardware development Strong publication records in top IEEE Transactions Strong self-motivation in research Great emphasis will be placed on personal skills. Join us at KTH KTH shapes the future through education, research and innovation. As a leading international technical university, we play an active role in advancing the transition towards a sustainable society. At KTH, you have the opportunity to grow and develop in a creative and dynamic environment, with good working conditions and attractive benefits. Equality, diversity and equal opportunities are essential to quality and form an integral part of KTH’s core values as a university and public authority. Learn more about our benefits and what it's like to work and grow at KTH . Trade union representatives Contact information to trade union representatives . To apply for the position Log into KTH's recruitment system in order to apply for this position. You are responsible to ensure that your application is complete according to the instructions in the ad. The application must include: CV including relevant professional experience and knowledge. Copy of diplomas and grades from your previous university studies. Translations into English or Swedish if the original documents have not been issued in any of these languages. Research statement about your previous research achievement (2 pages) and your research plan (2-3 pages). Your complete application must be received by KTH no later than the last day of application, midnight CET/CEST (Central European Time/Central European Summer Time). About the employment The employment is valid for a limited time according to the agreement - for up to 12 months, with access according to agreement. Other information For information about processing of personal data in the recruitment process. It may be the case that a position at KTH is classified as a security-sensitive role in accordance with the Protective Security Act (2018:585). If this applies to the specific position, a security clearance will be conducted for the applicant in accordance with the same law with the applicant's consent. In such cases, a prerequisite for employment is that the applicant is approved following the security clearance. We firmly decline all contact with staffing and recruitment agencies and job ad salespersons. Disclaimer: In case of discrepancy between the Swedish original and the English translation of the job announcement, the Swedish version takes precedence Type of employment: Special fixed-term employment Contract type: Full time First day of employment: According to agreement Salary: Monthly salary Number of positions: 1 Full-time equivalent: 100% City: Stockholm County: Stockholms län Country: Sweden Reference number: PA-2026-2562 Contact: Qianwen Xu, qianwenx@kth.se Published: 2026-07-06 Last application date: 2026-08-11 Annuncio in inglese. Fonte: Euraxess (Commissione europea).