Research Scientist - Experimental Reliability Physics (f/m/d)
The opportunity
Empower the Future with Hitachi Energy: Join us as a Scientist in Physics of Failure & Reliability and apply first-principles thinking and scientific methods to develop innovative reliability engineering approaches that contribute to the success of a technology-driven company.
We are looking for a passionate and proficient scientist to join us in reliability research for power grid assets and systems. As part of our dynamic, motivated, and creative team, you will bridge theory and application through experimental research, developing, designing, testing, and validating novel methods and technologies to understand degradation mechanisms and improve the reliability of future power grid assets.
How you'll make an impact
- You drive impact:
Lead and contribute to cross-functional projects by focusing on the underlying physics of failure, ensuring that reliability enhancements for power grid assets are grounded in a deep understanding of how application stresses translate into real-world failure mechanisms. Design and execute experiments to investigate degradation and failure mechanisms under realistic operating conditions •
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Your background
- PhD in experimental physics, materials science, electrical engineering, or a related field
- Expertise in physics of failure, failure investigation, root-cause analysis, and reliability modeling, combined with strong data analysis skills and accurate interpretation of results
- Hands-on experience in designing and conducting experiments, developing test methods, and using advanced materials characterization techniques to investigate degradation and failure mechanisms
- Industry or post-doctoral experience in energy technology or related industries such as automotive, rail, aerospace, or telecommunications, with a focus on product reliability improvements, is a plus
- Fluency in English, both written and spoken
More about us
Our flexible working practices help you optimize personal and business performance while creating an environment where all employees can develop their skills and grow.
Additionally, you can expect:
- Work on cutting-edge technologies
- Opportunity to grow into a technical expert within a rapidly developing business
- Collaboration within a highly skilled, international R&D team
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