Research Fellow (Grid Inertia/ Stability & Resiliency) 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:

• Design, maintain and operate SCADA applications, GUI/HMI, PLC programs and edge devices. Create APIs for cloud applications.
• Digitally integrate new assets, test and commission hardware and software applications for microgrid field operations
• Review detailed electrical power systems drawings submitted by contractors and ensure safe and reliable operation of the testbed
• Manage the electrical system operations and support the project milestones of the NTU testbed sites (for example; NTU campus, Jurong Island, Semakau Landfill) and liaise with industry partners, vendors, licensed electrical workers or qualified practitioners on topics that involve 400V/6.6kV MW-scale distribution network
• Lead the necessary measures to maintain and improve the overall electrical system safety of the testbed
• Regularly supervise contractors at project sites in order to meet regulatory and compliance requirements.
• Carry out field/site activities located both in NTU and out of it as required.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's/master's degree in electrical engineering with specialization in power systems or automation and control
• 3-5 years of relevant experiences in similar role / technical hands-on experience.
• Expertise in electrical system design and analysis with standard industry tools such as AutoCAD.
• Proficiency with grid communication protocols (Modbus TCP, IEC61850, DNP3) for smartgrid power and energy management systems
• Proficiency in Singapore standard code of practices for electrical installations, solar inverters, ESS and EV chargers
• Experience in PLC programming is advantageous.
• Experience in site supervision & contract works related to electric utility industry, preferably in the area of distribution system network, power system protection & switchgear (ABB, Schneider).
• Prior experience in dealing with government agencies regarding the electrical installation licensing for solar, ESS, diesel storage and hydrogen storage.
• Experience in troubleshooting, isolation and resolution of electrical system issues
• 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