Experimental Investigation of Protection Schemes in AC Microgrids

About the role

Join ABB’s R&D team to conduct experimental research on protection schemes for inverter‑dominated AC microgrids. This master‑thesis project will explore how conventional fault detection methods perform in modern microgrid environments.

Key responsibilities

• Study digital protection relays and standard AC circuit protection functions for motors, transformers and feeders.
• Install and configure 2‑3 protection relays in an existing microgrid laboratory setup.
• Define a test plan, execute fault‑scenario experiments, and evaluate detection behaviour.

Required profile

• Master‑level student in Electrical Engineering, Engineering Physics, Energy Technology or a related field.
• Analytical mindset with interest in both theoretical analysis and hands‑on laboratory work.

Required skills

• Knowledge of digital protection relays and IEC‑61850 protocol.
• Experience with microgrid laboratory equipment and fault‑detection testing.