2025 PhD Student Power Electronics at Volkswagen Germany

The future of mobility is evolving. What is our contribution? Volkswagen manufactures vehicles in 14 countries and delivers them to customers in over 150 markets worldwide. E-mobility, smart mobility, and digital transformation are our core focus areas for the future. For millions of people, Volkswagen represents the essence of mobility — not only today, but also tomorrow. Become part of this journey and help shape new solutions with your curiosity and ideas. You will join a diverse team that supports your growth and empowers you to unlock your full potential.

Possible Tasks within this Role

• Analyzing drive concepts with minimal dependency on battery characteristics (e.g., state of charge, voltage, etc.)
• Designing and simulating various concepts using standard circuit simulation tools
• Evaluating concepts at both drive and vehicle level
• Developing and testing a prototype, if applicable

The final doctoral topic is defined together with the professor. The prerequisite for the cooperation is the confirmation of supervision as well as a confirmed delimitation of topics by the professor of a university or research institution entitled to confer a doctorate.

Table of Content

• Summary
• Benefits
• Requirements
• Application Deadline
• How To Apply

Summary

• Application DeadlineNot Specified
• Study LevelPhD
• SponsorVolkswagen AG
• Eligible CountryAll Countries

Benefits

• Attractive salary & 30 vacation days (+ 24.12. and 31.12. off)
• 35-hour week, flexible working hours, remote work
• Special conditions for the purchase and leasing of vehicles
• Free seminars on scientific work and interdisciplinary qualifications
• Participation in the doctoral network for scientific exchange with science representatives and other doctoral candidates within the Volkswagen Group

Requirements

• Good to very good university degree qualifying for doctoral studies in Electrical Engineering or a closely related discipline
• Consistently strong academic performance
• Expertise in power electronics and electric drive systems
• Proficient in Matlab/Simulink, LT-Spice, or equivalent circuit simulation tools
• Highly self-motivated with a strong ability to work independently

Application Deadline

Not Specified

How To Apply

Are you qualified and interested in this opportunity? Kindly go to Volkswagen AG on career5.successfactors.eu to apply

For more information, kindly visit Volkswagen scholarship webpage.