Postdoc in experimental validation and control of hybrid power plants - DTU Wind

We seek a postdoc with power hybrid power plant control and PHIL experience for development, implementation and experimental validation of models for grid connection of renewable generation. The postdoc will use the Risø-HPP facility to develop, implement and validate models for hybrid power plant.
DTU Department of Wind and Energy Systems inaugurated Risø HPP in October 2024. Risø HPP is a Hybrid Power Plant facility based on two 225kW wind turbines, two 185kW PV systems and a 1155kWh / 250kW battery system. The facility is located on DTU’s Risø campus. We are right now working with TotalEnergies from France to purchase a 1000kVA controllable grid interface (CGI) which will enable us to test Risø HPP when it is connected to different electrical power grids, which we will emulate with the CGI. We are looking for a Post-doc who will be engaged in experimental research and model validation, focusing on models for the grid connection of the HPP. So far, we are working on RMS, EMT and frequency domain (harmonics) types of models. The candidate is expected to have experience with RMS and EMT modelling of converter-based energy resources and with experimental hardware in the loop (HIL) systems.

Responsibilities and qualifications
The main purpose of the post-doc position is to strengthen the experimental validation of our hybrid power plant research and to integrate this new experimental opportunity in our research and teaching activities.

The postdoc will work with the following tasks:

• Further development of our hybrid power plant simulation models and controllers, mainly the plant level controllers taking into account the interaction with commercial wind turbine, PV systems, battery system and their associated converters.
• Implement controllers in Risø HPP real time environment which is based on an OPAL-RT real time simulator communicating with wind turbines, PV systems and battery systems.
• Develop Power HIL (PHIL) applications for the CGI real time simulation system to emulate for instance low inertia and weak transmissions grids with the CGI
• Assist in our courses and project supervision regarding hybrid power plants
• Disseminate your research in conferences and reputed journals.
• Support and eventually lead in research proposal development.

We therefore give priority to the following qualifications within the following areas

• Dynamic modelling and control of renewable power plants / hybrid power plants
• Requirements for grid connection of renewable generation
• HIL systems and experimental test setups
• Communication systems and coding experience (C++ and Python)
• Knowledge of power systems tools like PSCAD, Matlab Simulink, DigSilent PowerFactory

As a formal qualification, you must hold a PhD degree (or equivalent), or expect to finish one by the time the employment starts.

We offer
DTU is a leading technical university globally recognized for the excellence of its research, education, innovation and scientific advice. We offer a rewarding and challenging job in an international environment. We strive for academic excellence in an environment characterized by collegial respect and academic freedom tempered by responsibility.

Salary and terms of employment
The appointment will be based on the collective agreement with the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations. The allowance will be agreed upon with the relevant union.

The period of employment is 3 years. The position is full-time, and the expected starting date is 1 May 2025.

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Further information
Further information may be obtained from Professor Poul Sørensen, email posq@dtu.dk, mobile phone +45 2136 2766 and/or Kaushik Das, email kdas@dtu.dk, +45 2465 0961.

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Application procedure
Your complete online application must be submitted no later than 26 March 2025 (23:59 Danish time).

Applications must be submitted as one PDF file containing all materials to be given consideration. To apply, please open the link "Apply now", fill out the online application form, and attach all your materials in English in one PDF file. The file must include:

• Application (cover letter)
• CV
• Academic Diplomas (MSc/PhD – in English)
• List of publications

Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

All interested candidates irrespective of age, gender, disability, race, religion or ethnic background are encouraged to apply.

DTUs Department of Wind and Energy Systems employs about 400 people. The department research spans the full spectrum of wind and energy systems. From investigating nanoscale structures to macro-scale atmospheric flow; from designing the turbines of tomorrow to the digital energy solutions of the future; from developing electric power systems to exploring more democratic processes for project planning

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