Hardware and Software Engineer FPGA / HPC – Real-Time Simulation / Compiler Building (f/m/d)

DigSILENT GmbH is an independent software and consulting company in the field of electrical power supply, serving transmission, distribution, generation, and industrial networks as well as renewable energy systems.

We assist energy providers and grid operators in tackling the challenges posed by digitalization in the energy sector and the integration of renewable energy sources. Our products PowerFactory, StationWare, and Monitoring Systems are utilized worldwide in over 170 countries. If strengthening brand presence is not just your profession but your passion, then join our team.

• Research and development of state-of-the-art numerical solvers for real-time simulation of power systems and power electronics
• Development of real-time simulation solvers for HIL / HPC platforms based on hybrid systems FPGA – CPU
• Research and development of code generation and compiler building techniques in the context automatic model conversion to hardware platforms
• Integration of HPC and real-time solutions into existing offline simulation systems of PowerFactory
• C++ development at the interface of FPGA and CPU / GPU, taking into account real-time constraints and high-performance computing optimisations
• Incorporation of different platforms: PowerFactory, Modelica, Simulink, …

• Very successful degree (Master/PhD) in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Physics or related fields
• Profound knowledge in numerical integration of hybrid DAE, numerical solvers, power system and power electronics simulation, Modelica
• Strong expertise in real-time simulation, HIL, FPGA and CPU / GPU programming, parallel computing
• High proficiency in compiler building and code generation techniques will be a plus
• Experience with other power system or power electronics simulation tools will be beneficial (EMTP, PSCAD, OPAL-RT, RTDS, Typhoon, etc.)
• Strong willingness and ability to enter new fields of technology and to develop new advanced technological solutions in the context of power system real-time simulation / HPC

• Attractive remuneration including annual bonus payments and company pension scheme.
• Flexible working hours with flexitime account and home office option, as well as 30 days' holiday per year.
• Childcare allowance for daycare and kindergarten children.
• Individual training opportunities for professional development.
• Work in an innovative and promising working environment with good professional development opportunities.
• Flat hierarchies with the advantages of an internationally networked, medium-sized company.