Within the Electrical Energy & Computer Architectures (Electa) division of the Department of Electrical Engineering (ESAT) at KU Leuven, the research team led by prof. Jef Beerten focuses on the combined modelling and control of power electronic converters and power systems, with a focus on DC systems. The team of PhD students and postdocs consists of about 10 people, based in the research center EnergyVille in Genk / Belgium. Within the team, we have a postdoc position available on the development of tools and models for detailed simulation of electromagnetic transients (EMT) in power systems with power electronic equipment. Websites: - EnergyVille HVDC: https://www.energyville.be/en/hvdc-research - Electa:
ResponsibilitiesPower electronic converters are seen as essential building blocks for the energy transition. Amongst others, they act as a gateway between traditional AC transmission systems and HVDC connections. Due to the combined impact of a large number of switch events, a large number of variables, and the detail demanded by industry, detailed simulation of power electronic transients with conventional EMT techniques currently poses a computational challenge, unless simplified models are used and accuracy is sacrificed. In this postdoc position, we aim at developing and investigating alternative modeling and solution techniques to overcome the associated bottlenecks, with a focus on MMC HVDC applications. The position is in close collaboration with the power electronics research team of prof. Johan Driesen at Electa, where novel numerical methods are investigated for simulation with power electronics. For this position, we are looking for an ambitious postdoctoral candidate with a deep knowledge of EMT power systems modelling. As a postdoctoral researcher, your responsibilities will be to:
ProfileAs the ideal candidate:
OfferWe offer an exciting job in one of the leading research institutes in the field. HVDC technology is receiving significant attention from both academia and industry. This postdoctoral project allows you to work on a highly timely research topic:
We offer a full-funded post-doc position with multiple benefits (health insurance, access to university infrastructure andsports facilities, etc.). Working location: Genk, Belgium (EnergyVille). Interested?For more information please contact Prof. dr. Jef Beerten, tel.: +32 16 32 10 39, mail: jef.beerten@esat.kuleuven.be. You can apply for this job no later than June 30, 2020 via the
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