ISO New England is seeking to understand and mitigate grid oscillations caused by inverter-based resources (IBRs) to ensure the safe and reliable flow of electricity and to support the transition to clean energy.
Requirements
- Solid understanding of inverter-based resources (IBR) and power system dynamics.
- Hands-on experience with electromagnetic transient EMT simulations.
- Familiarity with IBR models and synchronous machine models.
- Experience with tools such as PSCAD, Python, MATLAB, DSA tools, and PSSE.
Responsibilities
- Develop IBR-related oscillation scenarios in an EMT simulation environment.
- Evaluate the dynamic performance of renewable-rich systems under different operating conditions.
- Support ISO's engineers and improve oscillation management practices.
- Document results and recommendations to help reduce the risk of power outages and renewable curtailments.
- Collaborate with subject matter experts and gain exposure to real-world reliability challenges in the clean energy transition period.
- Model, simulate, and analyze inverter-based resources (IBRs) to understand grid oscillations and improved system stability.
- Develop and analyze a variety of inverter-based resource (IBR) oscillation scenarios and electromagnetic transient (EMT) simulation tools.
Other
- PhD-level student
- Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Relocation will be required if the successful candidate resides outside of the U.S.
