Permanent contract | Fulltime/40h | Belvaux
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
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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.