Graduate (Summer) Intern – Modeling, Real-Time Simulation, and Analysis of Distribution Systems

National Renewable Energy Laboratory

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

This Grid Automation and Controls group at The National Laboratory of the Rockies (NLR) focuses on conducting research projects to improve power systems operations. We develop cutting edge solutions and work closely with industry and utility partners to enhance grid reliability, resilience, and security. Our team is looking for a graduate level intern who has solid background on power system modeling, simulation and analysis of distribution systems. An ideal candidate is expected to have a good knowledge of steady-state as well as dynamic modeling of power distribution systems. This will be a 3-month opportunity. To learn more about the work this team does, please click here Power Systems Operations and Controls | Grid Modernization | NLR The preferred candidate would be working on Developing steady-state and dynamic models of distribution feeders in CYME, Milsoft Windmil, OpenDSS, RSCAD Developing protection schemes for active distribution networks Conducting Hardware in the Loop (HIL) experiments using real-time models of distribution feeders and hardware devices Analyzing high-resolution data collected from electromagnetic transient (EMT) models of distribution feeders using Python Contributing and/or leading the writing of research papers and working closely with NLR researchers and delivering high-impact work .

Requirements

• Minimum of a 3.0 cumulative grade point average.
• Undergraduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a bachelor’s degree program from an accredited institution.
• Post Undergraduate: Earned a bachelor’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.
• Graduate: Must be enrolled as a full-time student in a master’s degree program from an accredited institution.
• Post Graduate: Earned a master’s degree within the past 12 months. Eligible for an internship period of up to one year.
• Graduate + PhD: Completed master’s degree and enrolled as PhD student from an accredited institution.
• Please Note: • Applicants are responsible for uploading official or unofficial school transcripts, as part of the application process. • If selected for position, a letter of recommendation will be required as part of the hiring process. • Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date. Must meet educational requirements prior to employment start date.
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a Master’s program, or currently enrolled in a Ph.D. program in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems or a related field
• Demonstrated knowledge or experience in power system modeling, dynamics, and control
• Experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis of distribution power systems
• Proficiency in commercial power system simulation software such as OpenDSS, CYME, PSS/E, RSCAD or Simulink
• Self-motivated, having good problem-solving capability, and ability to follow project timelines
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

• Experience in conducting power hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and controller HIL experiments for distribution systems
• Good programming skills in Python
• Candidates who are able to work in a hybrid work arrangement with weekly in-person work days over the summer are highly preferred. Fully remote work arrangements are possible but not preferred

Responsibilities

• Developing steady-state and dynamic models of distribution feeders in CYME, Milsoft Windmil, OpenDSS, RSCAD
• Developing protection schemes for active distribution networks
• Conducting Hardware in the Loop (HIL) experiments using real-time models of distribution feeders and hardware devices
• Analyzing high-resolution data collected from electromagnetic transient (EMT) models of distribution feeders using Python
• Contributing and/or leading the writing of research papers and working closely with NLR researchers and delivering high-impact work

Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 403(b) Employee Savings Plan with employer match
• sick leave (where required by law)
• NLR employees may be eligible for, but are not guaranteed, performance-, merit-, and achievement- based awards that include a monetary component
• Some positions may be eligible for relocation expense reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees