PhD Fellow in AI-Automated Voltage Control for Future Distribution Networks

UiT The Arctic University of Norway is seeking a PhD Fellow for a three-year position at the Department of Electrical Engineering in Narvik. The research focuses on developing AI-automated voltage control strategies for future distribution networks to manage increasing variability from distributed energy resources and electric vehicles.

Research Focus

The project aims to address the limitations of traditional voltage regulation by creating intelligent, fast-control strategies. Key areas of development include:

• Advanced machine learning, reinforcement learning, and agent-based optimization.
• Hierarchical control designs combining local decision-making with system-wide coordination.
• Validation through offline simulations, real-time digital simulators, and cyber-physical co-simulation environments.

What We Offer

• An interdisciplinary research environment focused on power systems, smart grids, and digitalization.
• Access to advanced simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing facilities.
• Opportunities for international collaboration and dissemination of research.
• A state collective pay agreement with a salary of 580 000 NOK/year and pension scheme.

Application Requirements

Applicants must hold a master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Smart Grids, or a closely related field. You must be qualified for admission to the PhD programme at the Faculty of Engineering Science and Technology. The application must include a project description (max 4 pages), CV, diplomas, and documentation of English proficiency.

For further information, please contact Associate Professor Pawan Sharma at +47 76966391 or pawan.sharma@uit.no.