Three-year PhD in marine engineering

Aix-Marseille Université; France; Sur place; EUR 40 000 - 60 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading French research university is seeking a PhD candidate in Maritime Engineering to focus on optimal energy management and control of ship power grids. This role includes integrating advanced functionalities for ship operations and requires a Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related fields. The position is full-time and based in Marseille, offering opportunities for paid teaching activities and research collaboration.

Prestations

Engagement in paid teaching activities

Support for foreign visiting scholars

Qualifications

• Experience or knowledge in electrical engineering.
• Interest in experimental and numerical research.

Responsabilités

• Manage energy and control of ship power grid.
• Integrate new functionalities on board ships.

Connaissances

Electrical engineering

Automatic control

Analytical thinking

Flexibility

Teamwork

Formation

Master's degree or equivalent

Description du poste

Organisation/Company Aix-Marseille Université Research Field Engineering » Maritime engineering Researcher Profile First Stage Researcher (R1) Positions PhD Positions Country France Application Deadline 15 Jan 2026 - 00:00 (Europe/Paris) Type of Contract Temporary Job Status Full-time Offer Starting Date 1 Feb 2026 Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The proposed PhD thesis topic focuses on the optimal management of energy and control of ship power grid, in both normal operating conditions and in the event of faults considering the hybrid context and for specific operating modes of the ship, such as 100% electric propulsion mode (zero emissions). The aim is to integrate new functionalities on board ships that have numerous converters (active front end) integrated into the ship grid.

This work benefits from a diverse set of data. This data is collected on board ships operating under different mission profiles and with various sizes. This work will draw on simulation methods (HIL, C-HIL and P-HIL) and experimental validation carried out on platforms designed to model and analyze shipboard power grids.

The thesis will be carried out at the ENSM and LIS laboratory-AMU in the COSÉ group. This group has many years of experience in energy management for microgrids integrating multiple sources, in electrical engineering and the automatic control of power sources and power grids, in particular for ships. The group also has extensive expertise in experimental and numerical analysis in these areas. National and international collaborations have been initiated, particularly on the introduction of new forms of energy into ship grids. These collaborations will continue as part of the thesis and draw on the expertise of the researchers involved.

Where to apply

E-mail [e-mail]

Requirements

Research Field Engineering » Maritime engineering Education Level Master Degree or equivalent

Skills/Qualifications

We are looking for candidates with a master’s degree or equivalent, who have skills in electrical engineering and automatic control. Knowledge of the maritime environment and ship applications would be an additional asset. An interest in both experimental and numerical research is essential.

Soft skills: Autonomy, Teamwork, Analytical and critical thinking, Empathy, Flexibility and adaptability,

Research Field Engineering » Electrical engineeringEngineering » Control engineering

Additional Information

In addition to the salary received under the doctoral contract, doctoral students may engage in paid teaching activities, up to a limit of about 6 0 hours per year .

Additional information: The Euraxess Center of Aix-Marseille Université informs foreign visiting professors, researchers, postdoc and PhD candidates about the administrative steps to be undertaken prior to arrival at AMU and the various practical formalities to be completed once in France: visas and entry requirements, insurance, help finding accommodation, support in opening a bank account, etc. More information on AMU EURAXESS Portal

Selection process

CV, motivation letter, Master's diploma or equivalent, letters of recommendation, ID copy, etc.

Work Location(s)

Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute École Nationale Supérieure Maritime (ENSM) Country France City Marseille Postal Code 13008 Street 39 avenue du Corail Geofield