Power Systems Researcher

Company DescriptionOak Ridge National Laboratory is the US Department of Energy’s largest multi-program science and energy laboratory, with scientific and technical capabilities spanning the continuum from basic to applied research. Located in the city of Oak Ridge, ORNL is in the eastern part of Tennessee in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains. Job DescriptionPurpose The Power and Energy Systems Group at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) is seeking an internationally recognized researcher to conduct projects, expand research and manage R&D in the development of projects to support the Power Systems Research Program in the areas of power system cyber-physical security, communication, control and protection. Major Duties / Responsibilities The selected candidate will:- Conduct R&D projects and lead the expansion of R&D in PSR to take advantage of our multidisciplinary capabilities, multimodal strengths, and unique tools and capabilities;- Develop new research programs with state and national agencies as well as with utilities and system operators (ISOs, RTOs);- Lead and manage large technical projects related to power system cyber-physical security;- Guide work of and mentor junior staff members;- Network and develop collaborative R&D with other groups and divisions internally and with DOE, industry, and utilities;- Interact with existing DOE sponsors in pursuit of new research funding;- Prepare new proposals to the internal and external funding agencies;- Prepare and present research results to sponsors, peer reviewers, and others and at technical meetings such as IEEE societies’ conferences. The current sponsors include DOE, DHS, NRC, Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and California Energy Commission (CEC).QualificationsThe position requires:A Ph.D. plus a minimum of 5 years of experience or Master’s degree plus a minimum of 10-15 years of experience in electrical engineering, with experience in SCADA/EMS systems, power system communication, control and protection. Thorough understanding of power system operation is required. Extensive knowledge is desired in areas of: electrical power system practices, principles and methods; restructured market practices and methods; IEEE and NERC standards, and issues related to power system integration and reliability. Power systems engineering experience as an employee of a major public utility or equipment vendor is desired, in particular experience in research. Experience and participation in standards and codes development committees is also desired.Excellent oral and written communication skills to support regular interactions with sponsors, peer reviewers, and others and to prepare reports, proposals, publications and journal articles is required. Strong interpersonal and communication skills to support team building, partnering, and leadership are required. Knowledge of relevant public and private stakeholders is required.The demonstrated ability to manage project schedules, scopes, and budgets is required.Demonstrated ability to be a motivating force in a technical team including the ability to provide coaching and mentoring to junior members of technical staff as well as thought leadership to senior/prestigious researchers is required. A history of leadership in program development is also desired. Frequent travel (often weekly trips and possibly international travel) is expected in this position.Additional InformationORNL is a multi-program research facility managed by UT-Battelle for the Department of Energy. ORNL is an equal opportunity employer and committed to building and sustaining a culturally diverse workplace.