Head of battery sensors and testing
Future. Discover. Together. In the "Fibre Optic Sensor Systems" department of the Fraunhofer Heinrich Hertz Institute (Goslar branch), the focus is on application-oriented research and development of innovative sensors that are used in a wide range of different applications, such as battery safety. The department is located on the EnergyCampus in Goslar in the immediate vicinity of the Energy Storage Technologies Research Centre (EST) and Clausthal University of Technology. The "Energy Storage Sensors" group conducts research into innovative (fiber) optical sensors for monitoring lithium-ion batteries in mobile and stationary applications. The spectrum of activities ranges from the production of optical sensors to the testing of battery cells, modules and systems. Become a part of our team and join us on our journey of research and innovation!
What you will do
Management and motivation of employees Acquisition of publicly funded projects and direct orders from industry Customer-specific and research project-related testing of batteries at cell, module and system level Development and production of measurement systems for battery testing Development of (fiber) optical sensor systems for internal and external condition characterization of lithium-ion batteries Scientific/technical support and further development of the battery test laboratory Development, implementation and documentation of test procedures within a team Project management and collaboration in national and international research projects (third-party funded projects and industrial research projects) Publication of research results The position offers the possibility of a doctorate.
What you bring to the table
Completed scientific university degree / engineer / master's degree in the fields of mechanical/process engineering, physics, electrical engineering, computer science or similar Sound experimental and theoretical knowledge in the field of battery technology Experience in the field of cell and module testing of lithium-ion batteries is an advantage Experience in one (or more) of the fields of (optical) measurement sensor technology, sensor data processing (e.g. artificial intelligence / machine learning), programming (e.g. LabVIEW, C++) is an advantage Analytical thinking and comprehensive mathematical knowledge Experience in the acquisition of publicly funded projects (BMBF, BMWK, EU), direct R&D contracts from industry is an advantage Experience in staff management is desirable Ability to present research results flawlessly in English and German and to publish scientifically Willingness to travel domestically and abroad 20%
What you can expect
Fascinating challenges in a scientific and at the same time entrepreneurial environment We offer you a first-class scientific working environment in a leading research institute as well as contacts to national and international industrial companies and research organizations Employment, remuneration and social benefits are based on the collective labor agreement for the public sector (TVöD). In addition, Fraunhofer can grant performance- and success-related variable remuneration components. Open and very cooperative working atmosphere in an international team The possibility of a doctorate is given The position is initially limited to 2 years. An extension is explicitly desired.
The weekly working time is 39 hours. This position is also available on a part-time basis. We value and promote the diversity of our employees' skills and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of age, gender, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion, ideology, disability, sexual orientation and identity. Severely disabled persons are given preference in the event of equal suitability.
With its focus on developing key technologies that are vital for the future and enabling the commercial utilization of this work by business and industry, Fraunhofer plays a central role in the innovation process. As a pioneer and catalyst for groundbreaking developments and scientific excellence, Fraunhofer helps shape society now and in the future.
Interested? Apply online now. We look forward to getting to know you!
Dr. Martin Angelmahr Deputy Head of Department martin.angelmahr@hhi.fraunhofer.de
Fraunhofer Institute for Telecommunications, Heinrich Hertz Institute HHI
Requisition Number: 72275 Application Deadline: 04/30/2024
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