R&D Engineer within E-mobility

3 weeks ago


Älvkarleby Kommun, Sweden Vattenfall Full time
Job Description

Are you enthusiastic about exploring innovative solutions for e-mobility applications, such as smart charging, vehicle-to-grid technology, energy flexibility services, and energy storage control? Would you like to engage with various technologies like batteries, electric vehicles, and charging stations, integrating them in different market segments? If the answer is yes, then we have an exciting opportunity for you as an R&D Engineer in the E-mobility & Energy Systems department.

The Role

Our E-mobility and Smart Energy Solutions teams within the Data Analytics & ICT Solutions department at Vattenfall R&D have a successful track record in designing, modeling, testing, and implementing charging infrastructure and energy storage solutions. We specialize in enhancing their performance through the integration of new algorithms, improving services, extending lifespan, and potentially reducing the Levelized Cost of Electricity (LCoE) for these assets. Furthermore, our teams focus on creating compelling business cases and optimizing market operations to enhance our overall solution offerings in collaboration with internal partners. These teams foster a strong team spirit and consist of four to six dedicated individuals.

As an R&D Engineer, you will play a key role in reinforcing our teams and department. Your tasks will include:

  • Conducting sophisticated analyses and modeling to assess the feasibility of e-mobility and renewable energy in various scenarios
  • Proposing appropriate solutions that meet business needs while ensuring compliance standards, robustness, resilience, and high quality
  • Working closely with business specialists to develop solutions
  • Performing initial business case analyses for new solutions and architectures
  • Collaborating with research partners, academic institutions, and stakeholders to drive research and development in e-mobility and sustainable energy technology
  • Leading initiatives focused on advancing e-mobility and sustainable energy, aiming to explore and promote cutting-edge technologies and solutions
  • Sharing project insights and contributing to conferences and seminars to disseminate knowledge and foster technological advancement in the energy sector
Qualifications

Your Background

  • 3 years of relevant work experience
  • Hold a Master's degree or higher in Sustainable Energy Systems, Industrial Economics, Electrical Engineering, Data Engineering, or related fields
  • Basic understanding of project management principles and a willingness to apply them in a new context
  • Interest and background in renewable energy systems
  • Basic programming skills, especially in Python or C, for tasks like data analysis, visualization, and optimization
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills in English
  • Experience in communication and presentation

Preferred knowledge in:

  • Energy markets
  • Matlab/Simulink platforms
  • Business background (beneficial but not mandatory)
  • Proficiency in Swedish (advantageous but not mandatory)

To excel in this role, we believe you are:

  • Analytical, curious, open-minded, inclusive, and self-driven, with strong teamwork, communication, and interpersonal skills
  • Passionate about problem-solving, with a focus on achieving tangible results
  • Entrepreneurial, thrive on challenges, and adept at devising innovative solutions in uncertain situations
  • Eager to learn and adapt quickly, with the ability to communicate complex concepts effectively to diverse audiences

Personal Attributes:

  • Positive attitude, self-driven, adaptable to changing environments
  • Display initiative, pragmatism, and a solution-oriented mindset
  • Strong technical and analytical skills with an innovative approach
  • Ability to work autonomously while valuing collaboration and knowledge-sharing within the team
Additional Information

At Vattenfall, we believe in the power of diversity to enhance our company's performance and attractiveness. We are committed to promoting equal opportunities and rights for all employees, irrespective of gender, age, ethnicity, transgender identity, religion, disability, or sexual orientation.

Location: Stockholm (Solna) or Älvkarleby

We are excited to consider your application, including your CV and cover letter by May 26th, 2024. Please apply through our website as we exclusively process applications submitted via this platform.

For further details about the position, feel free to reach out to Hiring Manager Fredrik Carlsson.

Trade union representatives in Sweden are Shahriar Badiei (Akademikerna), Christer Gustafsson (Ledarna), Juha Siipilehto (SEKO), Anders Bohlin (Unionen). Contact them through Vattenfall ́s switchboard.

For inquiries regarding the recruitment process, contact recruiter Carolina Bölander.

Given Vattenfall's role in the Swedish critical infrastructure, certain positions may require security clearance, in compliance with Swedish regulations.

Company Overview

Vattenfall is a leading European energy company with a rich history of over 100 years in powering industries and households, driving innovation, and advancing towards fossil freedom. To achieve our ambitious goals, we seek talented individuals who are not only passionate about their roles but also embody strong teamwork and contribute to a meaningful corporate vision.

Vattenfall R&D operates within the Vattenfall Group Strategy and focuses on both long-term and short-term R&D activities across seven key portfolios. Our work is predominantly based in our offices in Solna and our laboratory in Älvkarleby.



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