Energy Systems Engineer

Argonne National Laboratory is a Department of Energy national laboratory with over 1,500 scientists and engineers performing world-class research aimed at solving the nation's energy, environmental and security challenges.  Argonne is located 25 miles southwest of Chicago on a beautiful 1,500-acre campus. 

The Decision and Infrastructure Sciences (DIS) Division researches, designs, and delivers scientific tools and methodologies to inform decision-making regarding the most challenging security, risk, and resilience problems. DIS experts have developed methods to understand dependencies and interdependencies within and across infrastructure systems, strengthen infrastructure security and resilience, and respond to emergencies. As a multidisciplinary national laboratory, Argonne offers an exciting atmosphere in which to collaborate on interdisciplinary projects that focus on complex technical problems and integrated application of natural, social, and computer science practices. 

To support our research mission, DIS is seeking an Energy Systems Engineer to support our growing need for exciting analysis of energy system security, reliability, and resilience, with a particular focus on the electric grid.

In this position, you will:

• Develop and implement methodologies to analyze security and resilience of energy systems and related infrastructure, with a particular focus on electric power systems.

• Conduct research related to a wide range of topic areas including:

  • Analysis of electric power and energy system security and resilience;

  • Optimization of energy system operations;

  • Interdependencies among the power grid, oil and natural gas, and other infrastructure systems; and

  • Strategies for enhancing grid resilience to various threats and hazards, including climate change.

• Develop/contribute to analyses, tools, models, and technical publications in support of energy security and resilience projects.

• Engage with the Department of Energy, state and local government partners, and industry sponsors to support energy security and resilience analysis, planning, and decision-making

Position Requirements

To be considered you must have:

• Advanced degree in a relevant science or engineering field such as electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, applied mathematics, computer science, or related field.

• Ability to design and implement projects focused on electric grid security, reliability, and resilience using a variety of relevant analytic methods.

• Knowledge of electric power systems and market analysis tools that support energy infrastructure planning and operations.

• Experience with applied optimization and tools to model the power grid, related energy systems, or their components.

• Experience with analyzing large data sets and developing and using statistical tools.

• Experience with computer programming, including proficiency in one or more languages such as Julia, Python, R, C ++, Java Script, or similar programming languages.

• Ability to use independent judgment and abstract from specific problems to general solutions/findings.

• Strong oral and written communications skills, including the ability to translate technical information into plain language, and strong ability to work effectively in a team-based project environment.

• Skill and experience working on multiple projects simultaneously, including demonstrated project management practices and the ability to manage deadlines and resources.

• Skill and experience collaborating with team members and leading independent analysis in support of projects.

• Ability to work onsite at our Lemont, IL campus (Hybrid - onsite with telecommute options)

• A successful candidate must have the ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.

• Ability to make our laboratory a safe, welcoming, inclusive, and accessible environment where all can thrive.

The selected candidates may bring a mix of professional experience from industry, academia, or other national laboratories in analyzing energy system security and resilience.  To perform the essential functions of this position successful applicants must provide proof of U.S. citizenship and currently hold an active "Q" or Top Secret security clearance, which is required to comply with federal regulations and contract.

This position can be hired at one of two levels; the selected candidate will be placed at the appropriate level (RD2 or RD3) dependent upon the depth and breadth of relevant knowledge and skills. The minimum requirements of the two levels are as follows:

• RD2: Bachelors and 5+ years’ experience, Masters and 3+ years’ experience, PhD and 0+ years’ experience, or equivalent

• RD3: Bachelors and 8+ years’ experience, Masters and 5+ years’ experience, PhD and 4+ years’ experience, or equivalent

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