Sandia National Laboratories · 23 hours ago
Postdoctoral Appointee - Electric Power Systems, Onsite
Albuquerque, NM
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry LevelSandia National Laboratories is the nation’s premier science and engineering lab for national security and technology innovation, seeking a dedicated and motivated Postdoctoral Appointee in Power System Research. The role involves making technical contributions to research projects related to the electric grid, focusing on areas such as capacity expansion planning, power system resilience, and artificial intelligence applications in power systems.
National DefenseGovernmentInformation TechnologyNational Security
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Perform complex engineering/scientific analysis in the area of power systems
Demonstrate creativity and ingenuity in providing software and analytical solutions
Work with colleagues and external collaborators to develop innovative solutions to emerging challenges facing the power industry
Publish research outcomes in peer-reviewed journals, at conferences, etc
Present research findings to sponsors and externally to professional communities (e.g., IEEE, CIGRE, industry workshops, etc.)
Qualification
Required
PhD in Electrical Engineering or other relevant, related field
Experience in one or more of the following areas: grid protection, protection relays and their applications, settings, and testing; capacity expansion planning, resource adequacy; power system resilience and security; artificial intelligence applied to electric power systems; power system dynamics and stability; and/or cyber-physical system analysis and security
Technical knowledge in power system simulation and analysis
Publications in one or more of the R&D research areas listed above
Ability to obtain and maintain a DOE L-level security clearance
Preferred
Strong interpersonal communication abilities, including verbal and written communication skills, as evidenced through a solid publication record
Self-motivated and able to work independently with minimal direction and ability to perform in a team environment
Demonstrated success presenting technical findings at conferences and/or webinars
Proven programming ability and analytical skills, including proficiency with Python or MATLAB
Experience with commercial power system softwares, e.g. CAPE, ASPEN, PowerWorld, PSSE, PSLF, CYME, Synergi, DiGSILENT PowerFactory, OpenDSS, PSCAD, Opal-RT, and/or RTDS
Benefits
Generous vacation
Strong medical and other benefits
Competitive 401k
Learning opportunities
Relocation assistance
Amenities aimed at creating a solid work/life balance
Company
Sandia National Laboratories
Sandia is a conducts research and development into the non-nuclear components of nuclear weapons.
Founded in 1945
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$4.4MKey Investors
US Department of EnergyARPA-E
2023-09-21Grant· $0.5M
2023-07-27Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $3.7M
Leadership Team
Laura McGill
Deputy Laboratories Director - Nuclear Deterrence, and Chief Technology Officer
Maria Gallardo
CFO Enterprise Risk Management Program Lead
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