Real-time simulation and hardware implementation engineer for HVDC and digital substation applications
Offer DescriptionKU Leuven seeks a postdoctoral researcher to work within high impact research and development projects relating to the control and protection of HVDC grids and digital substations. The role is suited to applicants with a background in embedded hardware applications, more specifically the programming of CPU, DSP and FPGA applications and/or with a background in real-time power system simulation. Applicants should have a keen interest in contributing to power systems research with high relevance to the energy transition. According to your experience and interests you would be designing and analysing real-time simulation studies with control-hardware-in-the-loop, acting as an expert in using both the real-time simulation platforms of RTDS and OPAL-RT, and/or specifying, analysing and testing control and protection hardware solutions in the laboratory. This position offers the chance to lead tasks within a dynamic team of researchers, with the opportunity to contribute to ongoing research projects as well as the direction of future research (e.g. proposal writing). Your skills will be used in a range of exciting projects, such as working towards HVDC protection relays, HVDC converter controls, automation in digital substations, and more generally in the functional testing of power system controls in a simulated power system.The position is initially offered as a 1 year contract, after which there are several options for continuation based on performance, including the possibility for long-term opportunities.Where to apply WebsiteRequirementsResearch Field Engineering Education Level PhD or equivalentLanguages ENGLISH Level ExcellentAdditional InformationBenefits
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Selection processFor more information please contact Mr. Geraint Chaffey, tel.: +32 16 37 36 81, mail:
You can apply for this job no later than 13/09/2024 via theWork Location(s)Number of offers available 1 Company/Institute KU Leuven Country Belgium State/Province Limburg City Genk Postal Code 3600 Street Genk GeofieldContact State/ProvinceGenk CityLimburg StreetGenk Postal Code3600 E-Mailgeraint.chaffey@kuleuven.beSTATUS: EXPIREDShare this page
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