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Power systems – Design and optimization of the electrical system of hybrid offshore parks

Work description

• Development of the frameworks for the design and optimization of the layout of hybrid offshore parks regarding the presence of wind turbines, wave energy converters, and floating photovoltaic systems.
• Development of the frameworks for reliability-oriented techno-economic optimization of the electrical system of the hybrid offshore parks.
• Development of the optimization tools for the layout and electrical system design of the hybrid offshore parks. Preparation of reports based on the results/findings and dissemination of the work in papers.

Minimum profile required

• Experience in the optimization studies in the area of the electrical energy systems.
• Basic knowledge in the area offshore renewable energy parks and the electrical energy collection systems.

Preference factors

• Experience in research studies regarding multi-source offshore renewable energy parks.
• Experience in the implementation of electrical system optimization for renewable energy parks using Python.

Maintenance stipend: € 990,98 or 1259,64, according to the table of monthly maintenance stipend for FCT grants , paid via bank transfer. Grant holders may be awarded potential supplements, according to a quarterly evaluation process (Articles 19, 21 and 22 of the Regulations for Grants of INESC TEC and Annex II), up to a maximum limit of 50% of the monthly maintenance stipend. INESC TEC supports costs with registration, enrolment or tuition fees, during the grant duration, under the terms established in the internal document: "Payment of Tuition fees to grant holders".

The grant holder will benefit from health insurance, supported by INESC TEC.

Application Period

Since 20 Jun 2024 to 08 Jul 2024

Centre

Power and Energy Systems

Scientific Advisor

Bernardo Silva

What we offer

• Multicultural and collaborative environment
• A multicultural, international and collaborative environment that makes it easier to exchange ideas, work in networks and create synergies.
• International projects
• The possibility of working in international projects with some of the most important companies in the field.
• Mentoring
• Mentoring with the best researchers in the fields of electrical and industrial engineering, bioengineering, information technology and physics.
• Self Improvement
• The possibility of participating in international conferences, workshops, seminars and vocational training.
• Other Benefits and Perks
• Flexible working time, health insurance, discounts in hotels, transportation, etc.
• Informal Events
• Annual informal events, such as the multicultural party.

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