Postdoc: EMT Grid Modeling & Simulation Tools

Oak Ridge National Laboratory; Oak Ridge (TN); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Prescription Drug Plan

Dental Plan

Vision Plan

401(k) Retirement Plan

Generous Vacation and Holidays

Relocation Assistance

Job summary

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct R&D in electromagnetic transient simulation and software development. The position involves developing EMT models and simulation algorithms, focusing on advanced grid modeling and various applications.

Ideal candidates have a Ph.D. in electrical engineering or a related discipline, strong skills in power systems, and programming experience with C/C++, Matlab, and Python. Competitive benefits are provided, promoting a diverse workplace.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. degree completed within the last five years.
• Experience in power systems software.
• Expertise in power systems and power electronics.

Responsibilities

• Develop electromagnetic transient models for transmission or distribution grids.
• Develop simulation algorithms for large-scale simulations.
• Integrate grid models into open-source software tools.

Skills

Power systems

Power electronics

C/C++ programming

Matlab programming

Python programming

Education

Ph.D. in electrical engineering or related discipline

Tools

PSCAD

PSS/e

Job description

Oak Ridge National Laboratory is seeking a Postdoctoral Research Associate to conduct R&D in electromagnetic transient simulation and software development. The position involves developing EMT models and simulation algorithms, focusing on advanced grid modeling and various applications.

Ideal candidates have a Ph.D. in electrical engineering or a related discipline, strong skills in power systems, and programming experience with C/C++, Matlab, and Python. Competitive benefits are provided, promoting a diverse workplace.