Energy Systems Research Engineer Lisboa

Energy Systems Research Engineer
Lisboa
Lisboa, Lisboa, Portugal

Join R&D Nester – Creating a Smart Energy Future

The Company

R&D Nester is an independent, global research and innovation center based in Lisbon, Portugal. With a multicultural team and a
- term strategic mindset, we are committed to shaping a smart, clean, efficient, and sustainable energy system.

We drive innovation and create value through active participation in major international R&D projects, development of tools, providing advice and technical expertise, contributing to
- impact publications, patents, and
- leading events. Our culture encourages creative thinking, unconventional strategies, and collaborative
- solving to anticipate the energy challenges of tomorrow.

The Opportunity – Energy System Research Engineer (Full-time, hybrid)

We are seeking motivated engineers to join our team and contribute to the energy transition through
- edge research and development. You will work in a dynamic and international environment, supporting projects across a wide spectrum of technical and economic topics, including:

• Smart grids, renewable energy integration, storage, and electric vehicles
• Energy system flexibility, reliability, and cybersecurity
• Network planning and system operation
• Artificial intelligence and Io
  T for energy systems
• Energy market design and digitalization

You will also have the opportunity to engage in European working groups and technical fora, and benefit from our Real-Time Power System Simulation Lab – a
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- art facility for
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- loop (HIL) and
- loop testing.

We welcome candidates at different career stages: recent graduates, Ph
D holders, and experienced professionals.

Key Responsibilities

As a Research Engineer, your role may include:

• Participating in and managing R&D and innovation projects
• Developing simulations, algorithms, models, and technical documentation
• Reviewing deliverables and providing technical guidance
• Contributing to national and European R&D proposals
• Writing scientific papers and presenting research results
• Liaising with project partners, clients, and stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• Master’s degree or higher in Engineering (Electrical, Energy, or related field)
• Final academic grade of at least 14/20
• Strong programming skills (e. g. , Python, C/C#/Java)
• Fluent English (C1 level minimum)
• Solid analytical capabilities and technical rigor.

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

Candidates should bring expertise in at least one of the following areas:

• Technical background on power system analysis (steady state analysis, transient stability, short circuit calculation)
• Familiar with power systems simulation software, such as Matlab SPS/Simulink and PSS/E, including electromechanical and electromagnetic transient simulation
• Experience in the application of optimisation methods to power system planning, operation, analysis and simulation
• Knowledge or exposure to EU regulation concerning planning and operational standards
• Good understanding of electricity markets and energy regulation
• Knowledge or exposure to flexibility solutions for energy systems and Distributed Energy Resources
• Ability to develop models, plans and procedures for real time power system simulation and testing, including but not limited to
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  - loop and
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  - loop testing of protection and control systems
• Design of business and technical process flows using the
  - case and Smart Grid architecture models
• Knowledge of other energy systems besides electricity systems, namely gas, hydrogen or heating and cooling
• Knowledge of data science and decision systems
• Communications networks and protocols.

Your Profile

We’re looking for team members who are:

• Curious and eager to learn
• Proactive and
  - driven
• Analytical and
  - oriented
• Effective team players
• Goal-focused and adaptable
• Communicative – both written and oral
• Scientifically rigorous and autonomous.

How to Apply

These positions are open for immediate entry. Please send your CV and a cover letter outlining your motivation and fit for the role to