PhD Scholarship in Control of Hybrid Wind, Solar and Battery Power Plants
Shape the next generation of control systems for hybrid renewable power plants at DTU.
Best for:Best for engineering graduates with a strong background in electrical engineering, control systems, and renewable energy integration.
Overview
The Technical University of Denmark invites applications for a 36-month PhD position focused on developing new-generation control strategies for hybrid wind, solar, and battery power plants. Based in the Renewable Power Plants section at DTU Wind and Energy Systems, the successful candidate will conduct advanced research to optimize renewable energy integration. The project involves designing innovative control frameworks to improve grid stability, power quality, and operational efficiency. The researcher will work closely with academic supervisors and industry partners to advance state-of-the-art hybrid energy systems.
What you'll do
- Conduct independent academic research on control systems for hybrid wind, solar, and battery power plants
- Develop, simulate, and validate advanced control algorithms for integrated renewable energy systems
- Collaborate with research colleagues and industrial partners within the Renewable Power Plants section
- Publish research findings in peer-reviewed international journals and present at conferences
- Complete PhD coursework, teaching obligations, and successfully defend the doctoral dissertation
Requirements
Degree required: Master of Science in Electrical Engineering or related discipline
Degree offered: PhD
Language: English; professional working proficiency
Instruction: English
- Strong background in electrical engineering or control systems
- Experience with power system modeling and simulation
- Programming proficiency in tools such as MATLAB, Python, or similar
- Analytical and problem-solving skills applied to renewable energy technologies
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-22 (Europe/Copenhagen)
Interested applicants must submit their application materials through the online portal following the institutional guidelines provided by DTU. Ensure all required academic transcripts, CV, and project statements are attached before the deadline.
- CV
- Cover letter
- BSc + MSc transcripts
- Diplomas
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