Huawei Ohm Research Center (Nuremberg)is responsible for Advanced Technology Research, Architecture Evolution Design and Strategic Technology Planning.
The Power Conversion Technology Laboratorywithin Huawei’s Ohms Research Center in Nuremberg is responsible for Advanced Digital Power Technology Research, Architecture Evolution Design and Strategic Technology Planning, and plays an important role in the Huawei Digital Power business in the design and development of power converters and control systems for applications such as PV Solar & Battery Energy Storage Field, Data Centers, Electric Vehicle, and Embedded Power Supply.
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Engineer - MVDC Circuit Breaker (m/f/d)
Your mission
Design, simulate, and test medium voltage (MV) circuit breakers, including vacuum, solid-state (SSCBs), and hybrid variants ensuring compliance with IEC standards.
Pioneer novel concepts to develop ultrafast MVDC circuit breakers.
Strong capability to set up MV test circuits, assemble prototypes, and conduct lab experiments safely under MVDC conditions.
Lead joint research initiatives with European universities and institutions in specialized research domains.
Your areas of expertise
Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field with focus in MVDC/AC protection strategies.
Knowhow about hybrid or solid‑state DC circuit breakers and ultra‑fast protection concepts.
MVDC breaker technologies for renewables, BESS, or data center applications.Power system protection and fault analysis in AC and/or DC grids
Medium/high‑voltage equipment (circuit breakers, switchgear, insulation coordination)
Power electronics and converter topologies for MVDC/HVDC, PV, or battery energy storage systems
Experience with testing per IEC standards, including fault current interruption and high-frequency transients.
Experience with semiconductors (IGBTs, SiC MOSFETs, JFETs) for MV switching applications.
Experience with simulation tools such as PLECS, PSCAD/EMTDC, EMTP, or LTspice.
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Your rewards of working here
Our culture is characterized by innovative power and team spirit as well as the intensive exchange of knowledge and experience within our global network.
We offer healthy meals ranging from traditional Chinese to western delicacies in our famous company canteen.
To keep your development ongoing, you will find a broad range of training opportunities. Many online and face-to-face training programs incl. language courses in German and Mandarin.
Our diverse and welcoming environment is shaped by different backgrounds and around 40 individual nationalities.
Self-responsible work in a competent, motivated and constantly growing team.
Please send your application and CV (incl. cover letter and reference letters) in English.
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