Internship: Development and testing of power semiconductor module technologies

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a pioneering technology leader that is helping to increase access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for all. We help keep your lights on, the factories running, our hospitals and schools open. Come as you are and prepare to get better as you learn from others. Bring your passion, bring your energy, and plug into a team that appreciates a simple truth: Diversity + Collaboration = Innovation

Within our Semiconductor Packaging and Applied Material team at the Swiss research center of Hitachi ABB Power Grids, we investigate materials and develop technologies to be integrated into the next generation of power semiconductor modules for medium- to high-voltage application. Our highly multidisciplinary team bridges the gap between semiconductor physics and power grid applications by leveraging the full potential of the semiconductor device, thus enabling a stronger, smarter, and greener grid. Working in our state-of-the-art power semiconductor processing and testing laboratories, you will support the development, processing, and testing of Hitachi ABB Power Grids’ next generation power semiconductor modules. Your main focus will be on developing novel semiconductor interconnect and environmental protection technologies, designing new and improving existing semiconductor and module test setups.

Your responsibilities

• Support technology development and research activities for new power semiconductor modules
• Process development of semiconductor bonding and interconnection technologies
• Thermal, electrical and mechanical design and simulation of new concepts
• Play an active role in short-loop manufacturing runs from technology demonstrators to product prototypes
• Chipand module-scale testing as well as investigating reliability issues and failure mechanisms through root cause analysis

Your background

• Currently pursuing a degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, physics, material science or a related subject (advanced B.Sc. or M.Sc. degree); official enrollment essential
• Experience in experimental laboratory work
• Programming skills (preferably Labview / Matlab) advantageous
• Know-how in data analysis tools and statistics advantageous
• Experience with finite element modeling advantageous
• Strong interest in interdisciplinary work
• Self-organized team player with ability to work independently and as a part of a team
• Pleasure doing experimental work in an international environment

More about us

Hitachi ABB Power Grids is a global technology leader with a combined heritage of almost 250 years, employing around 36,000 people in 90 countries. Headquartered in Switzerland, the business serves utility, industry and infrastructure customers across the value chain, and emerging areas like sustainable mobility, smart cities, energy storage and data centres. With a proven track record, global footprint and unparalleled installed base, Hitachi ABB Power Grids balances social, environmental and economic values, and is committed to powering good for a sustainable energy future, with pioneering and digital technologies, as the partner of choice for enabling a stronger, smarter and greener grid. www.hitachiabb-powergrids.com Interested in joining our team? If so, we look forward to receiving your full application (motivation letter, CV, references) only via our online careers tool. Hitachi ABB Power Grids Switzerland Raphael Keusch Talent Acquisition