Energy Systems Engineer

Energy Systems Engineer

Requirements

• Advanced degree in a relevant science or engineering field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, or related field.
• Ability to design and implement projects focused on electric grid security, reliability, and resilience using a variety of relevant analytic methods.
• Knowledge of electric power systems and market analysis tools that support energy infrastructure planning and operations.
• Experience with applied optimization and tools to model the power grid, related energy systems, or their components.
• Experience with analyzing large data sets and developing and using statistical tools.
• Experience with computer programming, including proficiency in one or more languages such as Julia, Python, R, C ++, Java Script, or similar programming languages.
• Ability to use independent judgment and abstract from specific problems to general solutions/findings.
• Strong oral and written communications skills, including the ability to translate technical information into plain language, and strong ability to work effectively in a team-based project environment.
• Skill and experience working on multiple projects simultaneously, including demonstrated project management practices and the ability to manage deadlines and resources.
• Skill and experience collaborating with team members and leading independent analysis in support of projects.
• Ability to work onsite at our Lemont, IL campus (Hybrid – onsite with telecommute options).
• A successful candidate must have the ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement methodologies to analyze security and resilience of energy systems and related infrastructure, with a particular focus on electric power systems.
• Conduct research related to a wide range of topic areas including: Analysis of electric power and energy system security and resilience; Optimization of energy system operations; Interdependencies among the power grid, oil and natural gas, and other infrastructure systems; and Strategies for enhancing grid resilience to various threats and hazards, including climate change.
• Develop/contribute to analyses, tools, models, and technical publications in support of energy security and resilience projects.
• Engage with the Department of Energy, state and local government partners, and industry sponsors to support energy security and resilience analysis, planning, and decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.