Thesis work Design and development of high-power dense Gate Driver Power Supply
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Thesis Worker at Volvo Cars
Welcome to explore the world of Volvo Cars by writing your thesis with us! As a thesis worker in our organization you are supported by a supervisor who follows you during your project. Through your thesis work you will be able to contribute to our company purpose providing freedom to move in a safe sustainable and personal way from day one!
About this opportunity - Background
Volvo Cars commitment in electrification leads us to take the next step in the development of Electric Propulsion Technology - Power Electronics. The Power Electronics department delivers the best-in class inhouse power conversion designs within Electric Vehicle propulsion system such as DC-AC AC-DC & DC-DC converters. Currently we are working on our next generation traction inverter architectures for future vehicle platforms to optimize the efficiency power density weight & cost.
Achieving a high-power density and low cost are two of the most critical factors in the development of modern traction inverters. To address this challenge were developing isolated gate driver power supplies using advanced PCB-based planar transformer technology. We are seeking a passionate student to contribute to this effort. This role will involve in-depth simulation studies using multi-physics tools like Ansys and the PCB design software Altium Designer. Following the simulation phase you will have the opportunity to work on the prototype development. This is a chance to apply your skills to a real-world engineering problem and make a significant impact on a cutting-edge product.
Scope of the thesis work
We will conduct detailed analysis and development of a gate driver power supply that uses a PCB-embedded planar transformer. This project focuses on using simulations to identify and overcome design limitations specifically by reducing parasitic elements in the PCB to improve performance.
What youll bring
Students with electrical engineering background with strong first principles design approach in power electronics and good simulation knowledge who like work in advance engineering projects are welcome.
Students should typically be available partially on-site.
Duration
The work will start in January 2026
The duration for this thesis work is 20 weeks.
30 ECTS (Master academic credits) in agreement with your Thesis Advisor in University
This thesis is to be conducted by 2 Students working in pair.
Volvo Cars. For Life.
For nearly a century Volvo Cars has empowered people to move freely in a personal sustainable and safe way. Today we are driving bold advancements in electrification sustainability and automotive safety. To realize our ambitious vision we are seeking innovative minds who are ready to tackle the challenges of tomorrow today.
In our company we believe extraordinary things are achieved by ordinary people with the drive to make a difference.
Ready to take the next step
Applications should include your CV and a brief personal letter stating your interests within the given area and your thoughts and credentials. Submit your CV in English
Applications must be received no later than 31st of October 2025. We are prioritising direct applications to ensure a fair and efficient application process.
For questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Recruiter Radoslaw Piela at
For specific questions about the position please reach out to Hiring Manager Riccardo Negri at
Welcome with your application!
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Volvo Car USA is a subsidiary of Volvo Car Group of Gothenburg, Sweden and is headquartered in Rockleigh, NJ, with regional sales offices located in Rockleigh, Summerville, SC, and Irvine, CA. In addition, Volvo Car US Operations, the home of our new US factory, is located in South Ca ... View more
