Research Opportunities
Energy Systems - Anomaly detection and state estimation
Work description
- Review of the state of the art regarding the application of state estimation algorithms in distribution networks, particularly low-voltage networks.
- Study of alternative techniques for analysing and managing distribution networks, particularly those based on automatic learning.
- Improvements and error correction of the state estimation tool based on data collected by smart meters.
- Improvements to the predictive state estimation functionality.
- Implementation of an anomaly identification module.
- Identifying and specifying use cases.
- Writing technical support documentation.
Minimum profile required
Bachelor's or Master's degree in electrical engineering and computers; informatics; computer science; applied maths; related areas
Preference factors
- Knowledge of electrical distribution networks.
- Knowledge of machine learning and/or optimisation algorithms.
- Experience in software development and APIs.
- Fluency in English (written and spoken).
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 03 Oct 2024 to 03 Nov 2024
Centre
Power and Energy Systems
Scientific Advisor
Gil Silva Sampaio
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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