Description
The Center for Wind Energy at UT Dallas (UTD Wind) seeks to fill a research associate position in condition monitoring and control of wind energy systems. The successful candidate will be part of a team of faculty members, graduate students and industry partners developing methodology and new technologies for wind energy systems.
The position is to lead or support projects involving condition monitoring, modeling and control of wind turbine generators. The successful candidate is expected to assist in the supervision of graduate students and have an active participation in the development of sponsored research. UT Dallas is home to a site of WindSTAR, an NSF Industry/University Cooperative Research Center for use-inspired R&D to advance wind energy science & technology. UTD Wind is also a member of the Ocean Safety Energy Institute (OESI), a consortium of industry, national labs, non-governmental organizations based at Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station.
Minimum Education and Experience
Ph.D in a related field.
Preferred Education and Experience
A PhD in engineering with emphasis in model-based fault detection and identification is desired. Other relevant experience includes one or more of the following: system & parameter identification, recursive parameter estimation, moving horizon estimation, modeling of electromechanical systems, modeling of offshore wind turbines. Programming skills in Matlab/Simulink are required. Programming skills in Python and R are desirable.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The successful candidate is expected to support a recently funded project for “Remote Smart Monitoring of Offshore Wind Plant Components.” This project develops novel technology to reduce human exposure to hazardous conditions such as working underwater. The successful candidate is expected to develop physics-based fault detection solutions for offshore components such as mooring lines, anchors, high voltage underwater cables, by fusing models with streaming data from sensors. Other projects as assigned by supervisor depending on skills and technical needs.
Additional Information
Remote Work Statement:
A remote work schedule is not available for this position.
What we have to Offer:
UT Dallas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer an employee-friendly work environment with a comprehensive benefit package including:
Competitive Salary
- Tuition Benefits
- Medical insurance – including 100% paid employee medical coverage for full-time employees
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Long and short-term disability
- Retirement Plan Options
- Paid time off
- Paid Holidays
About UT Dallas The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to graduating well-rounded members of the global community whose education has prepared them for rewarding lives and productive careers in a constantly changing world. A charter member of SEA (STEMM Equity Achievement) Change, UT Dallas is a place where members of the community are welcomed, treated fairly, and encouraged to their pursuit of excellence.
Important Message
1) All employees serve as a representative of the University and are expected to display respect, civility, professional courtesy, consideration of others and discretion in all interactions with members of the UT Dallas community and the general public.
2) The University of Texas at Dallas is committed to providing an educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and inclusive of all members of the university community. UT Dallas does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its services, programs, activities, employment, and education, including in admission and enrollment. EOE, including disability/veterans. The University is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities. To request reasonable accommodation in the employment application and interview process, contact the ADA Coordinator. For inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, contact the Title IX Coordinator.
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