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Job Description
Department: Research & Development Schatz Grid Visualization and Analytics Center (SGVAC)
Location: Birmingham AL.
Contract- 3 Years Position Summary:
This role supports the Grid Operations and Planning Research area within Southern Companys Research & Development department specifically under the SGVAC an innovation hub for emerging situational awareness technologies for Transmission and Distribution systems. The position emphasizes advanced power system analysis modeling and simulation data analytics and visualization to evaluate and implement next-generation grid technologies.
This individual will support and eventually lead efforts to test evaluate and deploy new operational tools and technologies including DERMS platforms DMS integration synchrophasor applications and cyber-secure grid solutions using tools like Real Time Digital Simulator (RTDS).
Key Responsibilities:-
Support and lead research initiatives focused on grid operations technologies.
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Develop and execute research plans to evaluate emerging systems and tools.
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Conduct power system modeling real-time simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing.
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Apply data science and big data analytics to improve system monitoring control and visualization.
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Integrate DERMS DMS and next-gen control center functionalities into research projects.
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Prepare clear and detailed documentation reports and technical presentations.
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Collaborate across teams departments and external stakeholders.
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Manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently with minimal supervision.
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Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems specialization preferred)
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Experience or academic training in computer programming (Python C# SQL)
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Exposure to data science modeling and simulation in a power system context
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Solid understanding of power system operations transmission and distribution systems and control center technologies
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Familiarity with RTDS SCADA systems and cybersecurity considerations in energy systems
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Proficiency in data structures databases and networking fundamentals
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Strong analytical organizational and problem-solving skills
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to thrive in a collaborative team environment
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Demonstrated ability to deliver results across cross-functional R&D projects
Employment Type
Full Time
