Summary
Aalborg University is seeking a highly motivated Postdoc to join their Department of Energy in Aalborg. This two-year, full-time position focuses on system optimization using digital twins for Power-to-X processes, with a special emphasis on electrical engineering aspects. The successful candidate will develop system-level digital-twin and optimization methodologies, integrating electrolyzer models with renewable generation, power electronic conversion, energy and hydrogen storage, and downstream processes to enhance the efficiency and economic viability of Power-to-X operations. The role involves interdisciplinary collaboration within the Pioneer Center for Accelerating P2X Materials Discovery (CAPeX) and offers opportunities for research visits to international partner facilities. The position is expected to start from November 1, 2026, or as soon as possible thereafter.
Postdoc Position in System Optimization Using Digital Twin for Power-to-X Processes at Aalborg University
Designation
Postdoc
Research Area
- System Optimization
- Digital Twin Technology
- Power-to-X Processes
- Multi-timescale System Optimization
- Integrated Power-to-X Systems (Electrical Engineering focus)
- Electrolyzer Modeling and Integration
- Renewable Energy Integration
- Energy Storage (Hydrogen, Electrical)
- Power Electronic Conversion
- Energy-System Optimization
Location
Aalborg, Denmark
Eligibility/Qualification
Required Competencies:
- A PhD in electrical engineering, energy engineering, mechanical engineering, control engineering, operations research, applied mathematics, or a closely related field.
- Documented experience in energy-system modeling, mathematical optimization, control, digital twins, or related areas.
- Strong programming and numerical modeling skills (e.g., Python, MATLAB/Simulink, Julia, hardware-in-the-loop implementation).
- Experience with one or more relevant methods: multi-objective optimization, model predictive control, mixed-integer optimization, stochastic optimization, energy management, or production scheduling.
- Good knowledge of integrated energy systems.
- A strong scientific publication record appropriate to your career stage.
- Ability to conduct independent research, collaborate across disciplines, and communicate effectively with academic and industrial partners.
- Excellent written and spoken English.
Desirable Competencies:
- Experience with electrolyzers, hydrogen technologies, renewable-energy integration, storage, or Power-to-X systems.
Job Description
The Postdoc will be affiliated with the Pioneer Center for Accelerating P2X Materials Discovery (CAPeX) and the section for Applied Power Electronic Systems. Key responsibilities include:
- Developing an integrated, system-level digital-twin framework connecting electrolyzer models with relevant Power-to-X components and energy systems.
- Developing system-level optimization and energy-management methods for coordinating electrolyzers with renewable generation, power conversion, storage, downstream processes, and hydrogen demand.
- Applying and evaluating these methods under technical constraints and varying renewable generation, electricity prices, and hydrogen demand, considering system efficiency, flexibility, production, and operating costs.
- Validating and benchmarking the developed framework using project data, high-fidelity simulations (including hardware-in-the-loop), and relevant industrial case studies, assessing its robustness and computational performance.
- Collaborating with researchers and industrial partners, contributing to the coordination and supervision of related research activities, and disseminating results through scientific publications, conferences, and project deliverables.
- A limited amount of teaching and supervision of bachelor’s and master’s students in related areas may also be included.
How to Apply
Applications must be submitted via Aalborg University’s recruitment system, accessible through the job advertisement on the university’s website. Your application must include:
- Application letter, stating reasons for applying, qualifications in relation to the position, and intentions/visions for the position.
- Curriculum Vitae (CV).
- Diplomas (master’s degree diploma and PhD diploma).
- Documentation of teaching qualifications (if relevant).
- Dissemination qualifications, including participation on committees or boards, participation in organizations, etc.
- Additional qualifications relevant to the position.
- References/recommendations.
Aalborg University is committed to diversity and encourages all qualified individuals to apply. International staff will be offered Danish language courses to support integration.
Last Date for Apply
October 16, 2026
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