Battery Engineer Marine System Intern

Job Description

At ABB, we help industries outrun - leaner and cleaner. Here, progress is an expectation - for you, your team, and the world. As a global market leader, we’ll give you what you need to make it happen. It won’t always be easy, growing takes grit. But at ABB, you’ll never run alone. Run what runs the world This Position Reports To Engineering Manager Your Role And Responsibilities We are looking for an R&D Intern – Battery System with a strong focus on marine battery modeling to support our efforts in integrating battery energy storage systems (ESS) into shipboard power plants. The candidate will be responsible for developing advanced battery system models, evaluating lifecycle performance, and designing an optimized battery sizing tool. This internship program can be extended into an industrial PhD research program, covering advanced research topics related to energy storage and marine electrification. Work model for the role is: Onsite Developing battery system models for shipboard power applications using MATLAB, Python, or other relevant programming languages. Analyzing and simulating battery performance, degradation, and lifecycle estimation under marine operational conditions. Documenting battery (ESS) functions, features, and integration strategies into shipboard power plants. Developing a battery sizing tool to optimize energy storage selection based on power plant requirements and lifecycle economics. Collaborating with cross-functional teams (power system engineers, project engineers, and product research engineers) to ensure proper integration of battery systems. Researching advanced energy storage technologies, control strategies, and their applications in maritime environments. Participating in the development of an industrial PhD research roadmap, identifying key topics for long-term investigation. Qualifications For The Role You are a student of any of the following Engineering disciplines: Electrical, Energy Systems or Mechanical. Extensive programming skills in MATLAB, Python, or other relevant simulation tools. Basic understanding of battery modelling techniques, including electrochemical, thermal, and ageing models, shipboard power systems, etc. Understanding of battery lifecycle analysis, degradation mechanisms, and economic assessment methodologies. Analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop mathematical models and optimize system performance. You are at ease in communicating in English. More About Us ABB Marine & Ports supplies world-leading technologies that are driving the evolution of sustainable shipping. Electrical propulsion, data-driven decision support and integrated solutions for ship and shore from ABB are paving the way to a zero-emission marine industry, providing greater efficiency and reliability to shipowners, and preparing vessels to meet the demands of tomorrow. Our automation and electrical solutions are making port and terminal operations safer, greener and more productive. ABB Marine & Ports operates in 26 countries and has 2,000 employees. www.abb.com/marine. We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #RunsWhatRunstheWorld 95812461