Senior Research Fellow/ Senior Research Scientist (Grid Modelling)

Established in 2010, the Energy Research Institute @ NTU (ERI@N) mission is to enable energy transition via Innovation, Translation and Partnerships.

To achieve this mission, the core activities are

• Advancing Energy Research Development & Demonstration (RD&D) for Energy Solutions
• Creating a multi-disciplinary innovation ecosystem to deliver impactful solutions aligned with National Priorities
• Drive knowledge creation & tech transfer through strong multi-stakeholder partnerships

We are looking for a Senior Research Fellow/ Senior Research Scientist – Grid Modelling to lead the work on a project in the area of grid modelling of landed housing estates in Singapore to study grid congestion, voltage stability and frequency stability linked to the increase in Distributed Energy Resources like rooftop solar, EV charging and increase in the power consumption of houses due to renovations adding additional electrification requirements in terms of air-conditioning, induction cooking, elevators and the overall increase in power consumption related to the increases in overall floor space.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead development of grid models of landed estates using tools like PSCAD and PSSE
• Lead development a probabilistic assessment framework to study the evolution of the LV distribution grid in terms of DER deployment and energy consumption in landed estate in short, medium and long term
• Lead the study of the impact of the evolution of the power grid in landed estates and modelling of the impact it can have in terms of potential non-compliance to Singapore Grid standards.
• Lead modeling of potential mitigation solutions, both in terms of prevention of grid standards non-compliance before they occur due to planning improvements as well as mitigation of grid standards non-compliance after they have occurred.

Job Requirements:

• Master (for Senior Research Scientist) / PhD (for Senior Research Fellow) qualification degree in power systems engineering or related field
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experiences in similar role / technical hands-on experience in power systems engineering
• Familiarity with grid modelling using PSCAD, PSSE, PowerFactory or equivalent tools is required
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Interpersonal skill (e.g. Develop solutions under strict timelines, meticulous and eye for details / excellent organizational / time management skills) is required
• Ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Possesses international experience, with a strong network of contacts in the region.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Hiring Institution: NTU