Research Opportunities

Electrical Engineering

Work description

• Study and identification of the main characteristics of INESC TEC's optimal power flow tool, including all modeled energy resources;
• Study and modeling of two-stage stochastic programming and robust optimization problems;
• Adaptation of the tool formulation to stochastic and robust optimization;
• Implementation of the two-stage stochastic formulation in the existing tool, creating a specific module for its operation;
• Replication of the previous point for the formulation of the robust OPF;
• Prepare a scientific report on activities and write scientific articles.

Academic Qualifications

• Electrotechnical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or similar

Minimum profile required

• Basic knowledge of the optimal power flow problem;
• Basic knowledge of optimization;
• Knowledge of the Python programming language;
• Fluency in English (written and spoken).

Preference factors

• Experience in the study, development and implementation of optimal power flow in Python;
• Experience in modeling problems with stochastic and robust optimization;
• Programming skills in Python.

Application Period

Since 28 Nov 2024 to 28 Dec 2024

Centre

Power and Energy Systems

Scientific Advisor

Tiago André Soares

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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