• LG Energy Solution Wroclaw honors the fostering of greater cooperation with Wroclaw University of Science and Technology.
• Inviting aspiring engineers to contribute its cutting-edge research initiatives and bolster its technology leadership

LG Energy Solution is strengthening its collaborations across industry, academia, and startups to solve major challenges and accelerate innovation in battery and energy tech. The company consistently partners with top local universities and technical institutions, while actively exploring new opportunities to collaborate with research organizations to create synergy. For example, LG Energy Solution Wroclaw has joined forces with several leading local universities, including the Wroclaw University of Economics, Warsaw University of Technology, and the Wroclaw University of Science and Technology.

LG Energy Solution Wroclaw’s collaboration with Wroclaw University of Science and Technology stands out for its depth and impact. At the Senate Hall of Wroclaw University of Science and Technology, Jangha Lee, President of LG Energy Solution Wroclaw, was recently presented with the ‘Meritorious for the Faculty of Electrical Engineering’ medal for his dedicated efforts to collaboration.

This long-standing partnership reached a milestone in November 2023 with the opening of the Electromobility Laboratory, to which the company contributed over PLN 600,000 (USD 159,000).

“This is a significant event for us, as LG Energy Solution is one of the world’s leading technology companies. Its presence attracts many young people to our university, as they see opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies after graduation,” said Professor Arkadiusz Wojs, Rector of Wroclaw University of Science and Technology. “This partnership is massively beneficial for both institutions, and I look forward to further strengthening our cooperation. This medal also serves as a token of appreciation towards all the employees at LG Energy Solution we collaborate with daily.”

“Korea has become a crucial nation for both Poland and the global community by investing in our resources, science, and technology over the past decades,” said Professor Waldemar Rebizant, Dean of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering. “Companies like LG Energy Solution have become true industry leaders, and we are honored to work alongside them.”

The event also awarded prizes to the top three theses on electromobility for the 2024-2025 academic year, marking the first competition jointly organized by two reputable institutions.

A total of 10 exceptional engineering theses were submitted to the competition by the thesis examination committees. Five of them focused on Electromobility (5), two on Industrial Automation (2) and Electromechatronics (2), and one on Electrical Engineering (1).

After careful consideration, the judging panel of company and faculty representatives awarded the main prizes to Piotr Dabrowski for his thesis on the development of control software for a station with an intelligent bidirectional DC (Direct Current) power supply, under the guidance of Maciej Skowron, PHD; Michal Frydrychowicz for his analysis of DFOC (Direct Field-Oriented Control) control of a seven-phase induction motor, supervised by  Jacek Listwan PHD; and Kacper Kras for his work on the simulation model of a 3kV DC railroad catenary network while accounting for network voltage changes, supervised by  Marta Batkiewicz-Pantula PHD.

“I’m honored to present these awards to such outstanding graduates. Knowing that around 500 graduates from Wroclaw University of Science and Technology are contributing to our work makes these awards even more meaningful,” said Lee. “Their involvement plays a vital role in advancing our technological capabilities, and I deeply appreciate their efforts in strengthening our brand.”

“I’m truly grateful to receive this award for my research on developing software for a two-way intelligent DC power supply, a type of equipment provided to the Electromobility Laboratory by LG Energy Solution Wroclaw,” said Piotr Dabrowski, the university’s first Electromobility graduate. “This project has enhanced the skills I gained during my studies. I plan to explore this topic further in my master’s thesis, not just to earn another degree, but to contribute to educational progress.”

LG Energy Solution Wroclaw also participated in the Academic Job Fair at Wroclaw University of Science and Technology to let students and graduates connect with the region’s top employers. LG Energy Solution Wroclaw promoted various career opportunities, especially engineering positions. The company also introduced its upcoming #ChargeTheFuture Internship Program which offers valuable, hands-on experience in the battery and energy sectors. Applications open in May while the program begins mid-July.

The Internship Program gives participants a taste of working in processing, production, maintenance, and more. Interns will help the company enhance its processes, implement new production lines, and optimize production parameters. They can also learn practical skills from the company’s highly skilled technicians during maintenance operations, participating in inspections, technical problem-solving and performance monitoring.

This inspiring partnership serves as a prime example of how collaborations between academia and industry can be highly beneficial to both, enhancing the skills of students while boosting the company’s technology leadership. By driving innovation and cultivating top-tier talent, LG Energy Solution continues to shape the future of Poland’s all-important EV and battery industries.

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