Are you passionate about research? So are we! Come and join
us
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and
Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO)
active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By transforming
scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST
empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their
decisions and businesses in their strategies.
You will join
the Intelligent and Clean Energy Systems (ICES) research unit that
aims to develop ground-breaking market-oriented solutions and services
for clean energy systems, in which distributed and flexible markets
and networks, based on clean and efficient assets, use digital
technologies to integrate all the system players in an optimal,
transparent and democratic manner.
Central to the ICES unit is
the smart grid vision, namely, an electricity network in which
information flows freely between consumers and suppliers, and
operating conditions are adapted in real-time to guarantee the
adequate security, reliability and resiliency levels. The research
team extends this vision towards a wider energy portfolio, integrating
other energy infrastructures and providing further abstraction and
intelligence levels when designing, planning and operating solutions
for the energy systems of the future.
How will you
contribute?
You will join the recently established
Intelligent and Clean Energy Systems (ICES) research unit and will in
particular be involved in its hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation
laboratory and the power conversion laboratory. The ICES research unit
aims to develop ground-breaking market-oriented solutions in the ways
in which energy is generated, distributed and consumed, meeting the
challenge of cutting greenhouse-gas emissions, ensuring energy
security, planning feasible business models and socially outreach
advances.
Essential to the ICES unit is the smart grid vision,
namely, an electricity network in which information flows freely
between consumers and suppliers, and demand adapts in real-time in
response to the continuously changing supply from intermittent
renewable sources. The ICES unit however extends this vision toward a
wider energy portfolio, integrating other energy infrastructures
together to electricity, and providing further abstraction and
intelligence levels in the conception of solutions for both planning
and operating the energy systems of the future.
Moreover, in
addition to generate impacting solutions addressing society and market
needs, this research unit will conduct fundamental research aiming
ground-breaking disclosers to remove barriers and introduce
revolutionary concepts for planning, developing and operating the
Intelligent Clean Energy Systems of the future.
How will you contribute?
You will
report directly to the ICES Head of Unit. You will be the team
referent in charge of the ICES' HIL-lab in projects development. To
this end, we are looking for an engineer with practical experience in
grid automation.
You will participate in
research and development projects, having an essential role in:
- Deploying distributed measurement systems
based on smart meters, IED, RTU, PMU, and IoT in general
- Configuring the lab communication networks for distributed
controllers, including both internal communications and links with
external entities and setups
- Programming control systems,
based on networked PLCs, rapid prototyping systems, and
microcontrollers based systems
- Leading deployment of energy
systems models in real-time simulation systems with HIL (OPAL-RT)
- Developing SCADA systems for automatizing experiments in the
lab
- Operating and maintaining power equipment used in
experiments, such as power converters, power amplifiers, and power
sources
- Developing experimental setups, solutions and
systems in projects together other team members
- Participating in preparing reports, deliverables and publications
related to the experimental activities carried out in the lab
- Commissioning and starting up the new systems to be integrated in
the lab, elaborating adequate operational guidelines
- Keeping
the lab data-base and the lab archive well organized and updated
- Collaboration with other departments to ensure proper health and
safety measures and protocols in the lab.
Is
Your profile described below? Are you our future colleague? Apply now!
You hold a Master or PhD degree in electrical
engineering with the required expertise in control and automation of
electrical grid. You are expected to have: At least 5 years of
hands-on experience in grid automation including smart grids,
microgrids, distributed generations.
You also
have
- A solid background in configuring and
programming controllers and measurements systems for electrical
networks, including networked PLCs and computers, RTUs, PMUs,
smart-meters, relays, etc
- An experience with standard
communication protocols such as IEC 61850, IEC 60870, IEEE C37.118….
- Good knowledge of programming languages used in monitoring
(SCADA) and control systems, such as C, .Net, Python, and Java
- Experience with real-time simulators such as OPAL-RT, RDTS,
Typhoon is an asset
- Experience with constructing and
operating renewable energy systems interfaced to the grid through
power converters will be highly appreciated
- Good
communication skills
- Demonstrated skills such as
communicative and willing to learn, self-organized, and creative
- Some ability to work both independently and collaboratively in an
international team across the ICES RDI unit
- On top of this
you are fluent in English (written and oral). The knowledge in at
least one of the official languages of Luxembourg (French, German or
Luxembourgish) is an asset.
Your LIST
benefits
- An organization with a passion for
impact and strong RDI partnerships in Luxembourg and Europe that works
on responsible and independent research projects
- Sustainable
by design, empowering our belief that we play an essential role in
paving the way to a green society
- Innovative infrastructures
and exceptional labs occupying more than 5,000 square metres,
including innovations in all that we do
- An environment
encouraging curiosity, innovation and entrepreneurship in all areas
- Personalized learning programme to foster our staff's soft
and technical skills
- Multicultural and international work
environment with more than 50 nationalities represented in our
workforce
- Diverse and inclusive work environment empowering
our people to fulfil their personal and professional ambitions
- Gender-friendly environment with multiple actions to attract,
develop and retain women in science
- 32 days' paid annual
leave, 11 public holidays, 13-month salary, statutory health insurance
- Flexible working hours, home working policy and access to
lunch vouchers
Your application must
include:
- A motivation letter oriented towards
the position and your experience
- A scientific CV, which
includes contact details
- Contact of 2 references
Application procedure and conditions:
- We kindly request applicants to provide their nationality for
statistical purposes only, as part of our commitment to promoting
diversity and ensuring equal opportunities in our workforce. This
information will be kept confidential and will not be used for any
discriminatory purposes.
- LIST is dedicated to maintaining an
inclusive work environment and is an equal opportunity employer. We
are committed to attracting, hiring, and retaining a diverse
workforce. All applicants will be considered for employment without
discrimination based on national origin, race, colour, gender, sexual
orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, or
disability.
- Applications will be continuously reviewed until
the position is filled. An assessment committee will thoroughly
evaluate applications, adhering to guidelines designed to ensure equal
opportunities. The primary criteria for selection will be the
alignment of the applicant's existing skills and expertise with the
requirements mentioned above.
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