Doctoral student in Energy Engineering

Högskolan Dalarna; Borlänge kommun; On-site; SEK 312,480 - 390,600; Full time

Job summary

Högskolan Dalarna is seeking a full-time doctoral student focusing on the integration of battery energy storage systems in photovoltaic systems. This position is based at the School of Information and Engineering in Borlänge and aims to promote sustainable energy integration in buildings and grids.

Successful candidates will have an advanced degree in engineering or natural sciences and should exhibit strong analytical skills and communication abilities in English. Applications are accepted until September 20, 2026.

Qualifications

• Completed an advanced-level degree in engineering or natural sciences, focusing on energy.
• Good communication skills in English.
• Experience with battery energy storage systems and photovoltaic systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in experimental and simulation-based activities with BESS–PV systems.
• Develop monitoring and data acquisition protocols.
• Evaluate sustainability implications using LCSA methodologies.

Skills

Communication in English

Data analysis

Experimental work

Energy systems modelling

Machine learning

Education

Advanced-level degree in engineering or natural sciences

Tools

Simulation tools

Sustainability assessment methods

Job description

Overview

In this position, you will contribute to the integration of battery energy storage systems (BESS) in photovoltaic (PV) systems, considering operational performance and sustainability aspects. The overall aim of the project is to support the broader adoption of these technologies in buildings and electricity grids.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in experimental and simulation-based activities with BESS–PV systems.
• Develop monitoring and data acquisition protocols and implement practical solutions to assess and improve system performance.
• Apply advanced data analysis methods to analyse the operation of BESS–PV systems, investigate their performance, and assess their potential to support continued integration of PV technologies in buildings and electricity grids.
• Evaluate the broader sustainability implications of large‑scale deployment using Life Cycle Sustainability Assessment (LCSA) methodologies.
• Collaborate with partner institutions in Sweden and Norway, and contribute to research collaborations across the Nordic region.
• Participate in dedicated doctoral courses with other PhD students in the SOLVE competence centre.

Qualifications

• Completed an advanced-level degree in engineering or natural sciences, with energy as a central subject and relevance to resource‑efficient built environments.
• Completed a degree project at an advanced level with a passing grade.
• Good ability to communicate orally and in writing in English.
• Experience with battery energy storage systems (BESS), photovoltaic (PV) systems, or related energy technologies.
• Experience with experimental work, data analysis, and programming.
• Experience with energy systems modelling, simulation tools, machine learning, or sustainability assessment methods.

Personal Characteristics

You should have a strong sense of initiative, be able to work independently, possess strong analytical and creative skills, and be a good team member who values knowledge sharing and cooperation.

Position Details

• Full-time doctoral student, time‑limited per higher education ordinance.
• Start date: as soon as possible by agreement.
• Location: School of Information and Engineering, Campus Borlänge, Dalarna University.
• Department: Civil Engineering, Industrial Engineering and Economics (SITE) within the Sustainable Energy Research Centre (SERC).
• Admitted to Doctoral Programme in Resource‑Efficient Built Environment, specializing in Energy Systems in the Built Environment.
• Collaboration with RISE Research Institutes of Sweden, Institute for Energy Technology (IFE) in Norway, and various industry partners.

Application Deadline

Applications are accepted until 2026‑09‑20 via the university website.