Job Title:

Hydropower Engineer

Location:

Dublin, Ireland, Germany Home Office

Job Summary and Description:

Perform complex analysis with moderate direction and supervision. Work directly with EPRI staff and may engage in supervised interaction with members and industry.

Key Responsibilities

Technology Identification:

• Research and identify available technologies and technological approaches for water aeration at hydropower stations, focusing on solutions both at the runner and outside the runner.

Solution Characterization:

• Conduct detailed analyses to characterize each water aeration technology, evaluating their technoeconomic and environmental implications.

• Assess the application spaces for each technology, determining suitability for different hydropower stations and operational conditions.

Hydropower Flexibility Tool Utilization:

• Develop proficiency in using a hydropower flexibility tool to assess the impact of reducing flow on grid flexibility.

• Work with senior engineers to integrate tool findings into operational strategies and recommendations.

-Conducts technical searches and analyzes information in support of the project team.

-May conduct independent research.

Additional Requirements:

-Assists technical research leads in assessing customer needs, formulating technical approaches, preparing proposals, technical publications/papers, and making presentations.

Education

A recent graduate with a Master’s or PhD in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or a related field with a focus on hydropower or renewable energy systems.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a keen interest in hydropower technologies and environmental impacts.

• Familiarity with hydropower systems and components, particularly in the context of water aeration and flow management.

• Basic understanding of technoeconomic analysis and environmental assessment methods.

• Proficiency in relevant software tools and the ability to quickly learn and use hydropower flexibility assessment tools.

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.

Personal Attributes

• Strong motivation and enthusiasm for learning and applying new technologies and methodologies in the hydropower sector.

• Detail-oriented with a commitment to accuracy and quality in all work.

• Adaptable and open to feedback, with a proactive approach to professional development.

Additional Job Information:

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with hydropower projects or research, particularly in water aeration or flow management.

• Knowledge of environmental regulations and standards related to hydropower operations.

• Experience with hydropower modeling and simulation tools.

EPRI is committed to complying with the regulatory framework governing export control, consisting of international treaties, U.S. laws, regulations and trade sanctions, and where applicable, foreign laws governing export control. These include the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR), Part 810 nuclear export regulations, and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). It is a critical requirement of this role that the successful candidate will have to work with export-controlled technology / information. As a result, prior to applying for this role, please ensure you satisfy yourself as to your ability to access such export-controlled technology / information without further authorization from government.

Together Shaping the Future of Energy

EPRI provides thought leadership, industry expertise, and collaborative value to help the electricity sector identify issues, technology gaps, and broader needs that can be addressed through effective research and development programs for the benefit of society.

If you need help during the application process, please contact us at applyhelp@epri.com .