R&D Expert- Power System Simulation and Intelligent Control

Ambition Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 250,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global tech company seeks an R&D Expert in Power System Simulation and Intelligent Control. This role involves leading innovation in grid stability and intelligent control, requiring a PhD or Master's in a relevant field and significant experience in renewable energy and AI integration. The ideal candidate will drive research and prototype algorithms, optimizing performance and reliability in energy infrastructure.

Benefits

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Qualifications

• 5+ years in renewable energy, grid systems, or power system R&D.
• Proven expertise designing advanced control algorithms.
• Deep knowledge of grid architecture and power electronics.

Responsibilities

• Lead the roadmap for simulation and control strategies.
• Design and develop grid stability algorithms and protection strategies.
• Integrate AI for dynamic stability analysis and predictive control.

Skills

AI Integration

Control Algorithms

Grid Intelligence Systems

Simulation Platforms

Stakeholder Influence

Education

PhD or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation

Tools

PSSE

DIgSILENT

PSCAD

RTLAB

MATLAB

Job description

Posted 24 May 2025 Salary S$250000.00 - S$600000.00 per annum Location Singapore Job type Permanent Discipline Technology Reference 282220_1748042389

We are working with the R&D Center of a Global Leading Tech Company with over 100,000 researchers across global innovation hubs. They are specialised in breakthroughs in AI, 5G/6G, semiconductors, power systems, cloud computing, and next-gen computing architectures etc.

What You'll Own:

You'll be the technical lead powering our innovation in grid stability, intelligent control, and simulation tech - from vision to implementation. You'll drive deep research, prototype breakthrough algorithms, and embed AI into critical energy infrastructure.

What you will do:

• Lead from the Front: Shape the roadmap for simulation and control strategies across new power systems and microgrids. Your vision will steer our system-level breakthroughs.
• Architect the Future Grid: Own the design and development of grid stability algorithms, protection strategies, and intelligent control systems - and deliver N+X innovation advantage.
• Fuse AI + Power Systems: Champion the integration of AI for dynamic stability analysis, simulation-driven optimization, and predictive control models.
• Engineer with Precision: Optimize for performance, safety, and reliability while stress-testing models through rigorous risk validation and verification.

What You Bring:

• PhD or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Automation, or related field.
• 5+ years in renewable energy, grid systems, or power system R&D.
• Proven expertise designing advanced control algorithms and grid intelligence systems; experience in deploying AI in real-world energy applications a major plus.
• Deep knowledge of grid architecture: source-network-load-storage, comms, coordination control, protection & monitoring.
• Skilled in simulation platforms: PSSE, DIgSILENT, PSCAD, RTLAB, MATLAB - plus a strong foundation in power electronics and algorithm engineering.
• Visionary mindset, collaborative, multicultural communicator with sharp storytelling and stakeholder influence.
• Mandarin and English are a must to handle internal and external stakeholders.

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R&D Expert- Power System Simulation and Intelligent Control