PhD Position Second Life of Batteries for Grid/Support (Electrical Engineering)

TL;DR

PhD Position Second Life of Batteries for Grid/Support (Electrical Engineering): Researching the integration of second-life EV batteries into DC charging networks and grids with an accent on power electronics and EMS challenges. Focus on developing integration strategies, modeling approaches, and regulatory frameworks for scalable battery reuse.

Location: Must be based in or be able to relocate to Delft, Netherlands

Salary: €3,059 – €3,881 gross per month

Company

hirify.global is a leading international university focusing on engineering solutions for energy, climate, and smart mobility.

What you will do

• Develop integration strategies and modeling approaches for reusing EV batteries in high-power DC charging networks.
• Address power electronics and Energy Management System (EMS) challenges.
• Design and develop experimental setups within the ESP Laboratory.
• Conduct research on the long-term reliability and techno-economic feasibility of second-life battery systems.
• Produce scientific articles and a final doctoral thesis.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from a well-established university.
• Experience in modeling batteries, DC grid power flows, or EV charging demand.
• Solid background in power electronics and experimental setup development.
• English proficiency at a professional level (C1).
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.

Nice to have

• Knowledge of Dutch.

Culture & Benefits

• 4-year employment period with structured progress assessments.
• Salary increases annually from the first to the fourth year.
• 8% holiday allowance and 8.3% end-of-year bonus.
• Customizable compensation package and health insurance discounts.
• Comprehensive relocation support via the Coming to Delft Service and Dual Career Programme.

Hiring process

• Submission of CV, motivational letter (without AI tools), and academic transcripts.
• Rolling assessment with interviews for suitable candidates.
• Knowledge security risk assessment during final stages.