Research Fellow (Power Electronics)

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) invites a Research Fellow to advance the design, modelling, and experimental validation of grid-forming power electronic converters for renewable integration, energy storage, microgrids, and smart grids. The role involves independent research, project planning support, and dissemination through high-quality publications and reports.

You will collaborate with the PI, graduate students, research staff, and industry partners to develop new ideas, prepare

Qualifications

• PhD in Electrical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Strong background in power electronics, converter design, and grid-connected systems.
• Knowledge of grid-forming converters and renewable energy systems is preferred.
• Experience with simulation/modelling tools (MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSCAD).
• Hands-on hardware design, prototyping, testing and validation is desirable.
• Publications or research proposal experience is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Conduct R&D in grid-forming power electronic converters and energy systems.
• Model, simulate, implement, and validate converter systems and control algorithms.
• Develop advanced control strategies for converter-dominated power systems.
• Perform experimental testing, data analysis and performance evaluation.
• Develop simulation models using MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSCAD or equivalents.
• Design, integrate and test laboratory-scale converter prototypes and platforms.
• Collaborate with PI, students, staff and industry partners on project execution.
• Mentor graduate and junior researchers as required.
• Support project coordination, milestones and technical communication.

Skills

Power electronics

Grid-forming converters

MATLAB/Simulink

Research independence

Technical writing

Education

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PLECS

PSCAD

Job description

Established in 2010, the Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) is a pan-university research institute that focuses on systems-level research for tropical megacities. It performs translational research that covers the energy value chain from generation to innovative end-use solutions, motivated by industrialisation and deployment. ERI@N has multiple Interdisciplinary Research Programmes which focus on translational Research, Development & Deployment which focus on specific area of the energy value chain, and a number of Living labs and Testbeds which facilitate large scale technology deployment enabling validation and demonstration of real-world applications.

For more details, please view https://www.ntu.edu.sg/erian

Purpose:

We are seeking a Research Fellow to support research and development in grid-forming converters, power electronics, and advanced energy systems. The role involves the design, modelling, control, implementation, and experimental validation of grid-forming power electronic converters for applications including renewable energy integration, energy storage, microgrids, and smart grid systems. The Research Fellow will independently undertake research activities, contribute to project planning and execution, support research proposal development, and disseminate research outcomes through high-quality publications, technical reports, and presentations. The candidate will also work closely with PI, graduate students, research staff, and industry partners

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct research and development in grid-forming power electronic converters, advanced converter control, and energy systems.
• Design, model, simulate, implement, and experimentally validate power electronic converter systems and associated control algorithms.
• Develop and evaluate advanced control strategies for grid-forming converters and converter-dominated power systems.
• Perform experimental testing, data analysis, and performance evaluation of power electronic converter systems.
• Develop simulation models using MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSCAD, or equivalent tools.
• Design, integrate, commission, and test laboratory-scale power electronic converter prototypes and experimental platforms.
• Independently analyze research problems, formulate technical solutions, and contribute to the development of new research ideas.
• Contribute to research proposal preparation, including literature review, technical formulation, proposal writing, and development of project concepts.
• Prepare technical reports, research documentation, and high-quality publications for journals and conferences.
• Present research findings at project meetings, conferences, workshops, and other technical forums where appropriate.
• Collaborate with PI, graduate students, research staff, and industry partners in the execution of research projects.
• Support the supervision and mentoring of graduate students, undergraduate students, and junior research staff, where required.
• Support project coordination, milestone tracking, deliverables, and technical communication with project partners.
• Ensure compliance with laboratory safety requirements and good practices in the use and maintenance of research equipment.

Job Requirements:

Qualifications:

• PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Power Systems, or a closely related discipline.
• Strong research background in power electronics, power converter design, converter control, and/or grid-connected power electronic systems.
• Strong knowledge of grid-forming converters, renewable energy systems, energy storage systems, microgrids, or converter-dominated power systems is preferred.
• Experience with simulation and modelling tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, PSCAD, or equivalent software.
• Hands-on experience in power electronics hardware design, prototyping, laboratory implementation, testing, and experimental validation is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated research capability through relevant journal/conference publications or equivalent research outputs.
• Experience in research proposal preparation, technical grant writing, or industry-sponsored research projects would be advantageous.

Competencies:

• Strong analytical, research, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to conduct research independently and develop technical solutions to complex engineering problems.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and collaboratively in a multidisciplinary research environment.
• Good technical writing, presentation, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple research activities, project milestones, and deadlines.
• Ability to mentor and support graduate students and junior researchers where required.
• Strong interest in power electronics, renewable energy systems, and sustainable energy technologies.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.