Schwieberdingen: Master Thesis in Islanding Detection in the Vehicle to Grid Context

Company Description

At Bosch, we shape the future by inventing high-quality technologies and services that spark enthusiasm and enrich people’s lives. Our promise to our associates is rock-solid: we grow together, we enjoy our work, and we inspire each other. Join in and feel the difference.

The Robert Bosch GmbH is looking forward to your application!

Job Description

Islanding detection refers to methods used to identify when a portion of the electrical grid becomes disconnected from the main grid and is powered solely by local generators.

• During your thesis you will identify and analyze state of the art islanding detection methods in terms of strength and weakness.
• For identification you will carry out literature research and gather company internal know-how. Furthermore, simulations in Matlab Simulink may assist the analysis.
• As outcome of the thesis, you will suggest a preferred islanding detection method suitable for vehicle to grid applications.

Qualifications

• Education: Masterstudies in the field of Electrical Engineering or comparable
• Experience and Knowledge: in electronics, electrical circuits
• Personality and Working Practice: you excel at working independently, approaching new ideas with an open mind, and engaging sociably with others
• Languages: fluent in German and/or English 

Additional Information

Start: September 2025
Duration: 6 months

Requirement for this thesis is the enrollment at university. Please attach your CV, transcript of records, examination regulations and if indicated a valid work and residence permit.

Diversity and inclusion are not just trends for us but are firmly anchored in our corporate culture. Therefore, we welcome all applications, regardless of gender, age, disability, religion, ethnic origin or sexual identity.

Need further information about the job?
Christian Schuppler (Functional Department)
+49 711 811 41065

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Summary

• Type: Full-time
• Function: Science