Research Engineer II – Communication/Control Full-time

Research Engineer II

ERI@N has multiple Interdisciplinary Research Programmes which focus on translational Research, Development & Deployment which focus on a specific area of the energy value chain and a number of Living labs and Testbeds which facilitate large-scale technology deployment enabling validation and demonstration of real-world applications. As a Research Engineer II at ERI@N, you will be at the forefront of our microgrid technology and clean energy solution development efforts, responsible for designing, testing, power and energy management systems.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Design and maintain a distributed control system hierarchy over industry standard communication protocols such as MODBUS TCP, IEC61850.
2. Design and maintain SCADA applications, GUI/HMI, PLC programs and edge devices. Create APIs for cloud applications.
3. Digitally integrate new assets, test and commission hardware and software applications for microgrid field operations
4. Prepare, maintain & implement the standard operating procedures for the Grid Management Platforms, NTU owned testbed assets and industry partners.
5. Troubleshoot system issues pertaining to communication network and enhance security measures
6. Literary contribution on smartgrid related proposals, industry partnerships and manage the project progress timeline, milestones and deliverables.
7. Carry out field/site activities at located both in NTU and out of it as required

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's/Master's degree in computer/electrical/power engineering with Automation and Control Systems background/specialization
• 3-5 years of relevant experiences in similar role / technical hands-on experience.
• Proficiency with Grid Communication Protocols (Modbus TCP, IEC61850, DNP3) for Smartgrid power and energy management systems
• Solid knowledge of smartgrid automation systems, grid services, DER management and operational methodologies.
• Experience in site supervision & contract work related to electric utility industry, preferably in the area of distribution system network, power system protection & switchgear.
• Knowledge of servers, networking, cybersecurity, smart meters and edge devices is an added advantage (FactoryTalk, Ecostruxure).
• Knowledge of data historian tools, archiving and recovery of time-series data
• An effective team player with good written, communication & presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently / develop solutions under strict timelines, meticulous and eye for details / excellent organizational / time management skills.

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

Hiring Institution: NTU