At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a KTP project on advanced power electronics for innovative outdoor lighting solutions.
- Company: Tridonic UK, a global leader in smart and efficient lighting solutions.
- Benefits: Gain hands-on experience, work with experts, and contribute to sustainable technology.
- Other info: 12-month fixed-term role with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in energy efficiency and innovative design while collaborating with top professionals.
- Qualifications: Background in power electronics and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 60000 - 80000 £ per year.
Working as part of a multi-disciplinary team, you will lead the delivery of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP) project between Northumbria University and Tridonic UK.
This project focuses on designing, testing, and implementing advanced power electronics solutions for a novel PV-powered outdoor lighting system.
Building on work already completed, the successful candidate will take ownership of the next stage of technical delivery, including the development, testing and validation of power conversion, control and battery management approaches.
You will work closely with Tridonic engineers and Northumbria academics to translate research outcomes into practical design guidance, technical documentation and knowledge transfer within the business.
Key responsibilities
- Developing and optimising advanced control algorithms for energy efficiency.
- Designing advanced battery health monitoring techniques.
- Collaborating with the Tridonic team to embed innovative solutions and facilitate knowledge transfer.
- Reporting progress to academic and industrial stakeholders and presenting findings to diverse audiences.
This is a 12-month fixed-term role based primarily at Tridonic UK Ltd, Spennymoor, with the expected end date subject to confirmation of the project pause/restart.
This research project is a collaboration between Northumbria University and Tridonic UK, combining academic excellence with industry expertise.
The team includes Ian Wilson, Head of R&D at Tridonic UK, an experienced expert in electronics design and innovation, supported by Alekssander Santiago, System Architect specializing in hardware design and Cristiano de Menezes, specialising in power electronics.
From Northumbria University, Dr Haimeng Wu who is the head of the electrical power and control system research group, an expert in power electronics and control algorithms, supported by Dr Yuchao Liu, specialising in high-efficiency power converters, and Dr Yongtao Qu, an expert in photovoltaic systems.
Together, they ensure cutting-edge research and practical implementation for the success of the project.
About the business
Tridonic, a company of the Zumtobel Group founded in 1956 in Dornbirn, Austria, is a leading global provider of smart and efficient lighting solutions.
With a presence in 75 countries and a workforce of approximately 1,586 employees, Tridonic supports its partners and customers with sustainable lighting systems for various applications, including office buildings, retail outlets, hotels, educational institutions, and outdoor environments.
The company emphasizes innovation, dedicating significant resources to research and development, and holds over 2,500 patents.
Committed to sustainability, Tridonic actively contributes to environmentally friendly lighting production worldwide.
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