Details **Open Date** 02/24/2025 **Requisition Number** PRN41273B **Job Title** Research Engineer **Working Title** Senior Power Systems Research Engineer **Job Grade** F **FLSA Code** Professional **Patient Sensitive Job Code?** No **Standard Hours per Week** 40 **Full Time or Part Time?** Full Time **Shift** Day **Work Schedule Summary** **VP Area** Academic Affairs **Department** 00065 - Elect & Computer Engineering **Location** Campus **City** Salt Lake City, UT **Type of Recruitment** External Posting **Pay Rate Range** 69000 to 84249 **Close Date** 03/16/2025 **Priority Review Date (Note - Posting may close at any time)** **Job Summary** The Utah Smart Energy Laboratory (U-Smart) at the University of Utah has an immediate opening for a Senior Power Systems Research Engineer. This position will be responsible for leading research, development and demonstration projects on power systems operation, planning, and resilience. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge power grid innovations that will shape the future of the field. **At the University of Utah Price College of Engineering, we ask a lot of our employees, which is why we give so much in return. In addition to your competitive salary, medical/dental/vision/life plan and up to 14.2% contribution to your retirement plan, we have the following perks:** * **Flexibility** : Some telework options and flextime schedules are available for all employees with supervisor approval. This position may be approved for working 2-3 days remotely. * **Office Culture** : We have a highly collaborative office on the University of Utah campus. Employees have access to a full kitchen, and you have access to the Starley Café located in the Warnock Engineering Building for affordable and easy lunch options. We offer several opportunities to engage and get to know your co-workers. Dress code is relaxed business/casual—we want you to be comfortable. * **Wellness in action** : Take advantage of our many health and wellness programs on-campus and virtually. This includes mental health and resiliency support, discount on outdoor recreation rentals and Eccles Student Life Center, nutrition services, and more. * **Community** : Discounts and sometimes free admissions to arts, cultural, museum, lectures, and select sporting events on campus. * **Learning** : In addition to the many free educational opportunities on campus, the University offers 50% tuition reduction for eligible employees and their families. We also offer professional development opportunities to develop your skills. **Other benefits and services include:** * Flexible Spending Accounts ( FSA ) * Supplemental Retirement Savings Plans [403(b), Roth 403(b), 457(b)] * WellU Employee Wellness Program * Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D) * Supplemental Life Insurance * Employee Assistance Program ( EAP ) * Long Term Care Insurance * Hyatt Legal Plans * UESP 529 College Savings Plan * Auto-Home Insurance * Family and Medical Leave Act **Utah and Salt Lake City** Thanks to one of the healthiest economies and fastest-growing tech sectors in the country, Utah and Salt Lake City have become a hotbed of activity, receiving countless accolades in recent years for their economic prosperity. Utah is also a recreational paradise widely praised for its scenic beauty and cultural gems. It is home to eight world-class ski resorts, five national parks, and more than 40 state parks with endless activities, including hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking, whitewater rafting, and camping. **Responsibilities** + **Power Systems Analysis and Modeling:** Develop and apply advanced power systems models and simulations to assess the performance, flexibility, reliability and resilience of power systems, considering scenarios such as integration with energy storage and distributed energy resources, various level of adoption and impacts of extreme weather events. + **Data Analysis:** Analyze power systems data, including historical sensor data and grid topology data, to inform modeling and decision-making processes. + **Innovation:** Contribute to the development of innovative power grid software technologies. + **Translate Research into Practice:** Lead the translation of research results from research projects into practical application for industry and other stakeholders. + **Publications and Reporting:** Prepare technical reports, papers, and presentations to communicate the findings and insights. Publish in relevant venues and present at conferences. + **Grant Proposals:** Assist in the preparation and submission of grant proposals. + **Mentoring:** Provide guidance and mentorship to junior researchers, graduate students, and interns working on relevant projects at the University of Utah. + **Collaboration:** Collaborate with industry partners, government agencies, and other stakeholders to advance research and innovation on grid resilience. **Work Environment and Level of Frequency that may be required** Nearly Continuously: Office environment. Seldom: Hazards ( _includes a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, or exposure to chemicals)._ **Physical Requirements and Level of Frequency that may be required** Nearly Continuously: Sitting, hearing, listening, talking. Often: Repetitive hand motion (such as typing), walking. Seldom: Bending, reaching overhead. **Minimum Qualifications** Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or research related field plus three years of related engineering experience or equivalency (one year of education can be substituted for two years of related work experience) required. Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills also required. This position is not responsible for providing patient care. Care is appropriate to the population served Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description. **Preferences** **Preferred Qualifications:** + Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field OR an equivalent combination of education and experience. + Prior experience in power systems modeling and analysis and proficiency in power systems modeling and simulation software such as CYME , OpenDSS, among others. + Strong data analysis skills, including the use of statistical software (e.g., R, Python). + Excellent written and verbal communication skills. + Track record of publications in peer-reviewed journals and presentations at conferences. + Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary research environment. + Experience with working on large projects and teams. + Analytics experience with forecasting, GIS , and data services + Familiarity with power grid operation, planning and relevant software. + Grant writing and proposal development experience. **Type** Benefited Staff **Special Instructions Summary** **Required Documents** Along with the online application, please attach: 1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under “Resume/CV" 2. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application 3. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile **Document size may not exceed 10 MB.** **Additional Information** The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules. This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen. The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients. All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. 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