Master Thesis - Coupled thermal and magnetic loss models (f/m/d)

YOUR FUTURE RESPONSIBILITIES

This Master Thesis topic is focusing on coupling thermal and core loss models of the magnetic component. 

The scope of the project includes following aspects:  

• Modeling of core loss using electromagnetic FEM simulation.
• Analysis and experimental measurements of core losses for different magnetic materials shapes and sizes.
• Design of data driven, and analytical models based on the gathered results.
• Documentation of research outcomes.

YOUR PROFILE

• Master student in Electrical Engineering or Physics.
• Fundamental knowledge of power electronics (basics of semiconductor devices, power converter topologies and control methods).
• Experiences with Matlab/Simulink and power electronic circuit simulation tools (e.g., PLECS, LTspice) is a plus.
• Experience with PCB and/or CAD design software is a plus.
• Experience with multiphysics simulation and FEM simulation tools (e.g., Ansys, COMSOL) is a plus.
• Highly enthusiastic and motivated, willing to learn new technologies.
• Self-organized and target-oriented working style.
• Good communications skills, fluency in English, both written and spoken.

IMPORTANT FACTS ABOUT SAL

• Start of your employment as soon as possible.
• Duration: 6 months.
• State-of-the-art lab facilities and instruments.
• Home Office possible.
• € 4.- /day food allowance in restaurants / € 2.- /day in  supermarkets.
• Family-  & Kids friendly.
• Free Coffee/Milk/Tee & fresh fruits.

This position is subject to the Collective Agreement for employees in non-university research (Research CA). For this position, we offer a competitive gross salary of EUR 1.593, paid 14 times a year.