Research Opportunities

Power Systems - Converter dominated power grids

Work description

1. Survey of the state of the art regarding the use of grid forming inverters in power grids, either exploiting energy storage systems as well as endowing renewables power conversion stages with this type of functionalities;
2. Develop a PHIL-based simulation set suited for off-line and on-line studies exploiting equipment existing in the smart grids laboratory;
3. Identification of innovative methodologies for coordination strategies of grid forming inverters using advanced systems and tools exploiting PMU-based information;
4. Exploit the experimental set-up for proof-of-concept of the proposed methodologies;
5. Writing Q1 journal papers.

Minimum profile required

Solid academic knowledge in electrical power systems.

Preference factors

• Knowledge of computational simulation tools (for example, Matlab, PSCAD, PSSE or DIgSILENT PowerFactory).
• Proficiency in English (written and spoken).
• Relevant academic or practical knowledge in control theory and power electronics.

Maintenance stipend: € 1259,64, according to the table of monthly maintenance stipend for FCT grants , paid via bank transfer. Grant holders may be awarded potential supplements, according to a quarterly evaluation process (Articles 19, 21 and 22 of the Regulations for Grants of INESC TEC and Annex II), up to a maximum limit of 50% of the monthly maintenance stipend.

INESC TEC supports costs with registration, enrolment or tuition fees, during the grant duration, under the terms established in the internal document: "Payment of Tuition fees to grant holders".

The grant holder will benefit from health insurance, supported by INESC TEC.

Application Period

Since 10 Oct 2024 to 10 Nov 2024

Centre

Power and Energy Systems

Scientific Advisor

Carlos Moreira

What we offer

• Multicultural and collaborative environment
• A multicultural, international and collaborative environment that makes it easier to exchange ideas, work in networks and create synergies.
• International projects
• The possibility of working in international projects with some of the most important companies in the field.
• Mentoring
• Mentoring with the best researchers in the fields of electrical and industrial engineering, bioengineering, information technology and physics.
• Self Improvement
• The possibility of participating in international conferences, workshops, seminars and vocational training.
• Other Benefits and Perks
• Flexible working time, health insurance, discounts in hotels, transportation, etc.
• Informal Events
• Annual informal events, such as the multicultural party.

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