Doktorand inom Tribologi
Core
PhD research on wear mechanisms in transformer contacts using alternative oils, combining experimental tribology, surface chemistry, and data-driven analysis.
Role type
PhD researcher (experimental tribology & materials science)
Builds
predictive models and experimental datasets for sustainable transformer oil applications
Domain
Energy infrastructure / Electrical engineering / Materials science
Deliverable
production ML models | research
Required skills
tribology, surface chemistry, materials analysis, experimental design, statistical modeling, machine learning
Preferred skills
high-voltage systems, multiphysics simulation (COMSOL), cross-disciplinary experience
Technologies
SEM, EDS, AES, EBSD, FIB, LOM, COMSOL
Responsibilities
Design and execute tribological tests of contact materials in various transformer oils; Investigate interactions between fluid viscosity/additives and material microstructure/finish; Analyze surface wear mechanisms under varying load, speed, current, voltage, and temperature; Develop predictive models using statistics and ML; Build structured database of test results
Seniority
PhD candidate (early career researcher)