A mechatronic/electro-mechanic engineer for the Battery and Electrification Technologies Unit
FBK is a private research institution based in Trento (Italy) and operating in different scientific fields and disciplines. As such, it has the role of keeping the Autonomous Province of Trento within the mainstream of international research. FBK is made up of 12 research centers, whose activities and production are available at http://www.fbk.eu/research-centers .
Workplace The Centre on Sustainable Energy (SE) supports the development of devices and methods for generation, storage, and distribution of energy solutions at low environmental impact. This will be done in the perspective of energy sustainability, of systems and solutions that respect the environment and the quality of life, of solutions with a lower impact on health and on environmental pollution levels. The ground for the Centre on "Sustainable Energy" is based on the Decarbonization targets, which will demand for more flexibility of the energy system, through new gas and power grids and using energy vectors and storage solutions, as enablers for the wide penetration of renewables.
FBK actively seeks diversity and inclusion in the workplace and is also committed in promoting gender equality. Job Description The position offered concerns mainly the development of control systems and mechanical solutions for electrochemical devices, in particular flow batteries. The candidate will provide support to the Battery and Electrification Technologies (BET) Unit in both European and national projects related to Li-ion batteries and redox flow batteries. The selected candidate will work in the European Battery Innovation IPCEI project ( https://www.ipcei-batteries.eu ) aiming at the development of next-generation battery technologies and support the construction and management of novel devices and test benches.
The activities of the successful candidate will focus on:
development of control systems for test benches and battery prototypes integrating PLC, power electronics converters, sensing, actuators with a basic HMI for control and data visualization; development mechanical solutions for electrochemical devices such as flow batteries selecting the optimal materials (polymer or graphite composites) and sealing solutions based on application requirements; supporting the management of test benches and equipment such as cyclers, climate chambers, CNC. The selected candidate will work within the BET team to achieve tasks and objectives collaborating with researchers and technicians involved in both modeling and experimental activities. Candidates with a strong background on control system development and mechatronics but without experience on mechanical design are welcome since on the job training will be possible.
The ideal candidate should have: MSc in Mechatronics Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering or equivalent technical background; Hands-on experience on control system development ideally for both PLC and Arduino; Skills on electrical wiring, connection of sensors, transducers and control of power supplies/electronic loads; Experience on mechanical design supported by CAD/CAE tools (e.g., Solidworks, Ansys Workbench/Mechanical); Good skills in programming languages, specifically C++, IEC 61131-3 and python; Know-how on mechanical design and prototyping; Good knowledge of written and spoken English; Teamwork approach, good communication and relational skills; Self-motivation and result orientation. Furthermore, the following elements will be positively evaluated:
Good knowledge of written and spoken Italian; Experience with CNC machines and/or rapid prototyping; Knowledge of LabVIEW programming; Experience with Beckhoff PLC programming. Employment T ype of contract : fixed Term Contract
Gross annual salary : from €32.790 to € 36.256 depending on background and expertise of the profile related to the domain
Working hours : full-time (38 hours per week)
Duration : 24 months (the contract may be extended upon availability of further funding and where it is consistent with the Foundation's policies)
Benefits : flexi-time, company subsidized cafeteria or meal vouchers, internal car park, welcome office support for visa formalities and for research in accommodation, social security (SANIFONDS), family-work balance, free training courses, support on bank account opening, discount on public transport, sport, language course fees, counseling and psychological support service. More info at https://www.fbk.eu/en/work-with-us/ Application
Candidates must submit their application through the online form at https://jobs.fbk.eu/ . Please make sure to enclose the following documents with your application (pdf format):
Detailed CV Cover Letter (explaining your motivation for this specific position) Application deadline : the 6th of August 2024
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