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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory · 2 weeks ago

Power Grid Engineer

Livermore, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$117K/yr - $178K/yr

Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (LLNL) is dedicated to strengthening the United States’ security through innovative research. The Power Grid Engineer will conduct research in power system modeling and simulation, supporting LLNL's Cyber and Infrastructure Resilience program while collaborating on projects funded by various agencies.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Conduct research in the topics of power grid modeling and simulation, analysis, planning, operation, monitoring and control, data analytics, power quality, signal processing, resilience, microgrids, HIL lab testing, and field pilots

Present formal and informal overviews of research progress at group meetings

Pursue independent (but complementary) research interests and interact with a broad spectrum of scientists internal and external to the Laboratory

Contribute to grant proposals and collaborate with others in a multidisciplinary team environment to accomplish research goals

Perform other duties as assigned

Support complex research projects with competing priorities and implement advanced research concepts in a multidisciplinary team environment where dedication and deadlines are important to project success

Publish research results in external peer-reviewed scientific journals and participate in conferences and workshops

Engage directly with sponsors and partners and participate in development of new program business

Qualification

Power grid simulation softwarePythonC++Matlab/SimulinkPower grid modelingData analyticsSignal processingMicrogridsAnalytical skillsProblem-solving skillsCommunication skills

Required

Ability to secure and maintain a U.S. DOE Q-level security clearance which requires U.S. citizenship

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Computer Science, or equivalent combination of education and related experience

Experience with at least one power grid simulation software, such as GridLab-D, CYMDIST, OpenDSS, PowerWorld, PSLF or PSS/E

Experience developing software in languages such as Python, C++, Matlab/Simulink for prototyping power grid algorithms and visualization

Analytical and problem-solving skills necessary to craft creative solutions to independently solve complex problems

Sufficient verbal and written communication skills needed to effectively collaborate in a team environment, present and explain technical information, and document work

Ability to travel off-site for conference presentations, and sponsor and customer interaction

Preferred

Comprehensive knowledge and broad experience in the application and development in in the topics of power grid modeling and simulation, analysis, planning, operation, monitoring and control, data analytics, power quality, signal processing, resilience, microgrids, HIL lab testing, and field pilots

Power grid industry experience in practical power grid infrastructure resilience applications, with Department of Energy (DOE), and other relevant state government agencies

Proficient verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment and present and explain technical information

Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, or related field

Power grid industry experience in practical power grid infrastructure resilience applications, with Department of Energy (DOE), and other relevant federal and state government agencies