Software Engineer 1

Computer Futures; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading IT recruitment consultancy is seeking an intern or postdoc researcher in Raleigh, NC. The role focuses on contributing to microgrid research and development projects, requiring expertise in distributed state estimation and robust control methods. Candidates should have a PhD in Electrical engineering and a GPA of 3.5 or higher, alongside skills in modern control theory and C++ programming. This role offers the opportunity to engage in impactful research within the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Graduated with or in the final months of obtaining a PhD degree in Electrical engineering with major in power systems, in a US-Based University.
• 3.5+ GPA.
• Excellent understanding of modern control theory principles including optimal control and Kalman estimators.
• Familiarity with control and protection concepts for various Distributed Energy Resources.
• Cyber-physical security research experience advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to microgrid research and development projects.
• Apply expertise in distributed state estimation for active distribution systems.
• Utilize robust control methods for stable transient operation of a microgrid.

Skills

Expertise in distributed state estimation for microgrids

Knowledge of robust control methods

C++/C programming skills

Cyber-physical security research

Real-time power system simulation

Real-time simulation

Education

PhD degree in Electrical engineering with major in power systems

Job description

Computer Futures is a leading IT recruitment consultancy, specializing in placing IT experts in permanent and contract roles across Asia, Europe and the US.

With a proven track record in IT recruitment, we enjoy success within all sectors and business types, placing a candidate every 38 minutes. From single job vacancies to large-scale projects, our proficiency in providing exceptional professionals across the board has carved our reputation as a secure and significant supplier partner.

A robust and financially strong business we have grown organically from our first office in London in 1986, to 18 offices in Europe; including Amsterdam, Brussels, Dublin, Edinburgh, Frankfurt, Hamburg, Munich and Paris as well as one office in San Francisco and Tokyo.

Gaining market share, year-on-year, we have the largest client base of any IT recruitment business across Europe. We work with a range of clients, from SMEs to large multi-nationals and high-profile names.

Passionate about recruitment, our 350+ specialist IT recruitment consultants’ priority is to secure the right person for the right role, within a specified time frame and budget. Through Computer Futures’ methodology, our consultants – who focus on a specific IT technical market and geographical area - create a bespoke service to meet our individual clients’ recruitment needs.

Job Description

Needs an intern or postdoc researcher to contribute to a microgrid research and development projects.

Responsibilities:

• Distributed state estimation application expertise for active distribution systems/microgrids
• Expertise in robust control methods for stable transient operation of a microgrid

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduated with or in the final months of obtaining a PhD degree in Electrical engineering with major in power systems, in a US-Based University

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• 3.5+ GPA
• Excellent understanding of modern control theory principles including optimal control, robust control, Kalman estimators. Experience in applying these principles to power systems applications.
• Familiarity with basic operation philosophies, control and protection concepts for various types of Distributed Energy Recourses (DER).
• Familiarity with the microgrid operation concepts and the regulatory requirements for DER integration.
• Cyber-physical security research experience.
• C++/C programming skills.
• Real-time power system simulation experience is a plus.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.