R&D Internship in High Voltage Engineering 80 - 100% (f/m/d)
Key information
- Publication date:22 July 2025
- Workload:80 – 100%
- Place of work:Wettingen
Job summary
Join our Technology Center in Wettingen, Switzerland, for an internship. Work in a collaborative environment on innovative surge arrester solutions.
Tasks
- Support R&D projects on electrical design and testing of surge arresters.
- Develop new surge arrester designs using dielectric materials knowledge.
- Prepare and run FEM simulations and validate designs with tests.
Skills
- Must be enrolled in an Electrical Engineering degree program.
- Experience with FEM simulation tools is a plus.
- Fluency in English is required; German is a bonus.
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The opportunity
In our Technology Center for Surge Arresters in Wettingen, Switzerland, we develop innovative, reliable, and secure overvoltage protection solutions for power generation and distribution, railway systems, and industrial applications. As an intern for at least 6 months, you will support the development of next-generation surge arresters for GIS and AIS applications. You will work in a collaborative, international team and gain hands-on experience in high-voltage engineering.
How you'll make an impact
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Contributing to current R&D projects focusing on electrical design and testing of GIS and AIS surge arresters
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Developing and proposing new surge arrester designs applying knowledge of dielectric materials and high voltage techniques
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Preparing and running design calculations using FEM (finite element simulations) software
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Contributing to design validation by performing development tests together with our High Voltage lab
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Evaluating and documenting findings and presenting test results to the team
Your background
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Currently pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field (official enrollment is essential)
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Experience in FEM simulation tools and in high voltage engineering is a plus
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Self-motivated and independent working style with a strong sense of responsibility
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Fluent in English, both written and spoken; German language is a plus
More about us
Diversity, collaboration, and innovation are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and skills drives progress and excellence. Join us and be part of a global team that is shaping the future of energy with passion and purpose.
