Predoctoral Research Fellow: AI & Solar Field Optimization

CIEMAT (Centro de Investigaciones Energéticas, Medioambientales y Tecnológicas); España; On-site; EUR 12,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

CIEMAT (Centro de Investigaciones Energéticas, Medioambientales y Tecnológicas) invites applications for a Master/Predoctoral position in Spain to design and validate intelligent heliostat systems using computer vision, AI, and advanced control methods. The role includes developing AI-driven solar field optimization strategies and predictive models, including digital twins and data analysis tools.

Successful candidates will conduct experimental campaigns at the Plataforma Solar de Almería,

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field is required or highly preferred.
• Experience with computer vision and AI methods is desirable.
• Familiarity with reinforcement learning and predictive modeling is a plus.
• Ability to analyze data and develop experimental validation protocols.
• Ability to work with experimental campaigns and report results.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, test, and validate intelligent heliostat systems.
• Develop aiming and field optimization strategies using AI and RL.
• Create predictive models, digital twins, and data analysis tools.
• Integrate digital architectures for supervision, automation, and decision support.
• Execute experiments at Plataforma Solar de Almería and prepare reports.

Skills

Computer vision

Artificial intelligence

Reinforcement learning

Data analysis

Control strategies

Education

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

Digital twins

Job description

CIEMAT (Centro de Investigaciones Energéticas, Medioambientales y Tecnológicas) invites applications for a Master/Predoctoral position in Spain to design and validate intelligent heliostat systems using computer vision, AI, and advanced control methods. The role includes developing AI-driven solar field optimization strategies and predictive models, including digital twins and data analysis tools.

Successful candidates will conduct experimental campaigns at the Plataforma Solar de Almería,