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Designing, developing, and implementing advanced control systems for power converters across unit-level and system-level architectures. Leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) techniques to enhance the performance, efficiency, and scalability of converter control systems used in applications such as renewable energy systems, smart grids, electric vehicles, and industrial automation. Work closely with faculty, students, visiting scientists and industry partners engaged with Clemson's MV test facility.
50% - Essential -Design, develop, and implement advanced control systems under uncertainty using high performance computing. This role involves leveraging AI and ML techniques to boost the performance, efficiency, and scalability of control systems in applications like renewable energy, smart grids, electric vehicles, and industrial automation.
30% - Essential - Stay current with the latest trends in AI, ML, and apply emerging techniques to improve control systems for applications relevant to manufacturing. Seek competitive grant funding to utilize the capabilities of the CURI campus and actively pursue publications in peer-reviewed journals.
20% - Essential -Provide oversight, guidance and mentoring to student interns and/or graduate students. Ensure industry confidentiality, security of equipment and data. Build strong relationships with industry to further research and educational collaboration. Ensure all federal and state safety and environmental regulations and guidelines are followed at all times.
Education - PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Mechanics, and other related areas
Experience -Proficiency in AI/ML algorithms, particularly as applied to control systems and optimization.
This position will require close collaboration and frequent visits to Savannah River National Laboratory (SRNL) located in Aiken, SC. Therefore, all qualified candidates must meet the minimum requirement of being a U.S. citizen, which is necessary to meet US Department of Energy security level clearances.
Preferred Education: Mechanical Engineering
Preferred Education Area: Statistical Sciences
Preferred Experience: High performance computing, AI/ML applications, applied mathematics and uncertainty quantification
JOB KNOWLEDGE
Firm Job Knowledge - Firm working knowledge of concepts, practices and procedures and ability to use in varied situations
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
Acts as Lead - Acts as a Lead by guiding the work of others who perform essentially the same work.
BUDGETARY RESPONSIBILITIES
No Budget Responsibilities - No fiscal responsibility for the department's budget.
Stand for prolonged period
Sit (stationary position) for prolonged period
Walk or move about
Use hands or feet to operate or handle machinery, equipment, etc
Ascend or descend (i.e. stairs, ladder)
Position self to accomplish task (i.e. stoop, kneel, crawl)
Communicate, converse, give direction, express oneself
Recognize or inspect visually
Move, transport, raise or lower
Extends hands or arms in any direction
Perceive, observe, clarity of vision
Exposure to heat or cold
Wet or humid
Noise
Mechanical hazards
Electrical hazards
Standard Hrs: 37.5
Band: 00 ($83,200.00 - $125,000.00)
Salary is dependent upon several factors including, but not limited to, a candidate's previous experience, knowledge, skills and performance in accordance with Clemson's compensation guidelines.
Normal Operations
Required to follow emergency facility closure directives, and not normally expected work on-site during emergency situations.
North Charleston, SC
July 4, 2025
MILITARY EQUIVALENCY:
Clemson University is proud to allow educational equivalency for military technical certifications and trainings that directly relate to the job duties.
VETERAN PREFERENCE:
South Carolina is making our Veterans a priority for employment in state agencies and institutions.
State policy for veteran preference states that for qualifying, full-time permanent positions, a veteran applicant may receive preference if they meet the job's minimum qualifications, were discharged under honorable conditions from the military, and submit their DD-214 for confidential review by the Office of Human Resources.
To claim Veteran Preference for qualifying positions, email hrjob@clemson.edu upon submission of your application.
Clemson University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to characteristics protected by applicable law including disability and protected veteran status.
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