Summary
Luleå University of Technology (LTU) is offering a fully funded 4-year PhD position in Electrical Power Engineering within the Division of Energy Science (Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics). The research project investigates the impact of voltage dips and transients on large electrical drives in modern industrial installations, conducted in collaboration with Energiforsk.
PhD Scholarship / Doctoral Position in Electrical Power Engineering at Luleå University of Technology
Key Information Overview
| Attribute | Details |
| Position / Designation | PhD Student / Doctoral Researcher (Doktorand) |
| Host Institution | Luleå University of Technology (LTU) |
| Department / Division | Division of Energy Science, Department of Engineering Sciences and Mathematics |
| Research Area | Electrical Power Engineering / Power Quality & Grid Stability |
| Location | Skellefteå, Sweden |
| Duration & Terms | Time-limited to 4 years (Full-time salaried doctoral employment; up to 20% teaching/departmental duties) |
| Reference Number | 4219-2026 (4219-26) |
| Application Deadline | September 7, 2026 |
Designation
- PhD Student / Doctoral Researcher in Electrical Power Engineering
Research Area & Project Scope
- Core Field: Electric Power Engineering (production, transportation, and consumption of electrical energy, power quality, and grid interactions).
- Project Focus: The project studies emission, propagation, and immunity related to voltage dips and transients affecting large electrical drives in modern process installations.
- Key Tasks:
- Modeling the propagation of voltage transients and dips from source to equipment terminals.
- Analyzing the impact on equipment, electrical installations, and process workflows.
- Performing theoretical modeling, computer simulations, and potential laboratory/field measurements.
- Publishing scientific articles in peer-reviewed journals and presenting findings at national and international conferences.
Eligibility & Qualifications
- Academic Degree: Master of Science (MSc) or equivalent technical degree in a relevant specialization:
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics
- Energy Engineering
- Engineering Physics or related disciplines
- General Third-Cycle Requirements: Completed a second-cycle (Master’s) degree, or at least 240 higher education credits (ECTS) with at least 60 credits at the advanced/second-cycle level, or equivalent foreign qualifications.
- Language Requirements: Advanced proficiency in written and spoken English is required.
- Meritorious Qualifications:
- Prior research or development experience relevant to the project tasks.
- Ability to contribute to departmental teaching in Swedish.
Scholarship & Employment Description
- Type of Funding: Salaried academic employment as a doctoral candidate according to Swedish university standard wage agreements for PhD students.
- Duration: 4 years of full-time doctoral studies (can be extended up to 5 years if departmental duties such as teaching comprise up to 20% of full-time).
- Benefits: Full Swedish social security benefits, paid vacation, occupational pension, and access to advanced research facilities and international collaboration.
How to Apply
- Prepare the following application documents in English or Swedish:
- Curriculum Vitae (CV) / Resume
- Personal Letter (Cover Letter) detailing research interests and motivation
- Certified Copies of Diplomas & Transcripts (Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees)
- Submit your application directly online via the Luleå University of Technology Job Portal.
- Ensure your application clearly quotes Reference Number: 4219-2026.
Contact for Inquiries:
- Professor Math Bollen:
math.bollen@ltu.se - Union Representatives: SACO-S (Diana Chroneer,
diana.chroneer@ltu.se) | OFR-S (Marika Vesterberg,marika.vesterberg@ltu.se)
Last Date to Apply
- September 7, 2026 (23:59 CET)
