What are the responsibilities and job description for the Advanced Grid Systems Design, Modelling and Control (Temporary) position at Oak Ridge National Laboratory?
Requisition Id 14540
- This is a temporary 24-month position with the potential for extension. Initial appointments and extensions are subject to performance and the availability of funding.
Purpose :
The Grid Systems Architecture Group (GSA) at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is actively seeking applicants for an Advanced Grid Systems Design, Modelling and Control (Temporary) staff position to conduct research on futuristic distribution power systems and the integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) and microgrids. You should be capable of developing innovative solutions for the next-generation distribution power grid, leveraging microgrids, DERs, and advanced grid architectures, and validating them through software and experimental demonstrations. This role requires understanding of distribution power systems, including grid resilience and optimization techniques to support the evolution of modern energy infrastructure.
You should possess a solid background in the power distribution industry, team leadership, technical leadership in grid modernization projects, and industry experience in planning, designing, and implementing power system solutions.
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Basic Qualifications :
Some travel will be required for this position.
About ORNL
As a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Science national laboratory, ORNL has an impressive 80-year legacy of addressing the nation’s most pressing challenges. Our team is made up of over 7,000 dedicated and innovative individuals! Our goal is to create an environment where a variety of perspectives and backgrounds are valued, ensuring ORNL is known as a top choice for employment. These principles are essential for supporting our broader mission to drive scientific breakthroughs and translate them into solutions for energy, environmental, and security challenges facing the nation.
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This position will remain open for a minimum of 5 days after which it will close when a qualified candidate is identified and / or hired.
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