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Your tasks
You will be working in a collaboration between FHNW, ETH Zurich and Stadler Signalling, using state-of-the-art numerical optimisation algorithms to automatically control Swiss-made trains, while ensuring optimal energy efficiency. The project is funded by the National Centre of Competence in Research „Dependable, ubiquitous automation“ (NCCR Automation). You are expected to:
This position is initially limited for 2 years.
- Contribute to the development and validation of optimal control algorithms for ATO
- Implement the designed energy optimisation module on the ATO on-board unit of the train
- Implement the control and communication system (TCMS)
- Participate in the implementation and tests on a modern Swiss passenger train
- Facilitate negotiations between the project partners
This position is initially limited for 2 years.
Your profile
You preferably have a Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science, and you are ready to tackle real-world problems using state-of-the-art mathematical optimisation algorithms. More specifically, you have:
- A proven track record of programming in Python and C, experience with OOP (C++, C# or Java)
- Experience with microcontrollers (e.g., Raspberry Pi), industrial computers and Linux OS
- Interest in railway operations, energy optimisation and train automation
- Solid understanding of control systems
- Familiarity with communication networks and protocols: Ethernet, TRDP (optional)
- Experience with message broker software, such as RabbitMQ (optional)
- Familiarity with Model Predictive Control and Numerical Optimal Control software (optional)
Your prospects:
Work on a very relevant research problem in the area of control and transportation in an active, diverse and friendly team. Interact with industry partners and help develop tomorrow's technology. Develop your technical skills and grow your network.
Your benefits:
Wide range of university sports
Cultural programme of lectures, concerts, theatre and films
Established implementation of equal pay
Targeted promotion of doctoral projects
Annual working time (42 hours/week) with the option of part-time and teleworking
Mentoring programme for career development
Start Date: immediately.
Your workplace
Hochschule für Technik FHNW
Klosterzelgstrasse 2
5210 Windisch
Klosterzelgstrasse 2
5210 Windisch
Any questions?
About the position:
Prof. Dr. Ishan Pendharkar, , Contact: ishan.pendharkar@fhnw.ch
About the recruiting process:
Stavroula Karavouzis, HR Manager, Contact: stavroula.karavouzis@fhnw.ch