Sd-25090 - Technician for Laboratory On Active Smart Grids

Description
**Permanent contract | Belvaux**:
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**Are you passionate about research? So are we Come and join us**:
The Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST) is a Research and Technology Organization (RTO) active in the fields of materials, environment and IT. By transforming scientific knowledge into technologies, smart data and tools, LIST empowers citizens in their choices, public authorities in their decisions and businesses in their strategies.

You will join the Intelligent and Clean Energy Systems (ICES) research unit at the Luxembourg Institute of Science and Technology (LIST), where you will play a key role in developing innovative projects and practical solutions for active smart grids. These next-generation energy systems combine advanced power conversion, distributed control, and intelligent digital management. You will collaborate closely with leading research institutions and industrial partners across Europe, working at the forefront of the energy transition.

The Real-Time Power Hardware-in-the-Loop (RT-PHIL) laboratory at ICES is specifically designed to test and develop solutions that enhance the performance and flexibility of modern energy systems. By enabling the seamless integration of renewable generation sources, our RT-PHIL lab is a cornerstone for validating new concepts and technologies. It provides the essential platform to bridge the gap between theoretical innovation and real-world deployment, paving the way for scalable pilot projects and demonstrators ready for market adoption.

**How will you contribute?**:
You will play a key role in the day-to-day operation and development of our laboratory infrastructure.

Your contributions will include:

- Setting up, configuring and maintaining laboratory equipment and experimental testbeds, including real-time digital controllers, power processors, and communication networks for smart grid experiments.
- Supporting the deployment and integration of new devices, sensors, controllers, and power converters as part of ongoing research projects.
- Assisting in the preparation, execution and monitoring of laboratory experiments, ensuring all setups meet safety and operational standards.
- Collaborating closely with researchers and engineers to adapt the laboratory environment to the evolving needs of projects, including configuring digital platforms, updating software licenses, and preparing test scenarios.
- Helping to implement, connect and troubleshoot digital communication systems (wired/wireless) and interfaces between devices.
- Participating in the documentation and organization of experiment data, equipment inventories, and software/hardware configurations.
- Contributing to the development and programming of simple control routines, test scripts, or measurement setups as required by ongoing research.
- Taking responsibility for the proper organization and safe use of laboratory resources, and promoting good laboratory practices within the team.
- Supporting the preparation of technical reports, operational procedures, and user guidelines for the laboratory.
- Staying up to date with new technologies and equipment relevant to the lab’s mission, and contributing ideas for their evaluation and adoption.

**Education**
- A Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in electrical engineering, industrial automation, electronics, or a related technical discipline.
- Additional training or certification on power environment operations, or power electronics will be considered an asset.

**Experience and skills**
- Hands-on experience working in electrical or electronics laboratories, ideally with exposure to systems automation and advanced experimental setups (e.g., based on Typhoon, dSPACE, National Instruments, OPAL-RT, etc).
- Knowledge of configuring and maintaining digital controllers, measurement systems, and data acquisition equipment (e.g., PLCs, RTUs, smart meters, relays).
- Familiarity with the setup and operation of local area communication networks, including managing user permissions, device connectivity, and troubleshooting common issues.
- Practical skills in installing, testing, and maintaining electrical equipment, including power converters, power supplies, loads, and related power electronic equipment.
- Experience keeping laboratory inventories, organizing equipment, managing software licenses, and ensuring that computers and backup systems are fully operational.
- Ability to assist in the preparation and execution of experiments, including assembling setups, ensuring all elements (hardware, software, drivers) are available and correctly configured, and supporting researchers during tests.
- Awareness of laboratory health, safety, and operational best practices, with commitment to maintaining a professional and safe working environment.
- Willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies, laboratory protocols, and digital tools as they are introduced in the lab.
- Good organizational skills and attention to detail