Argonne National Laboratory Vehicle and Mobility Systems department (VMS) is seeking an Pre-Doctoral Appointee to conduct research on transportation systems decarbonization. The role also involves participating in the development of a software framework for evaluating large-scale data modeling and techno-economic analytics for transportation and vehicle systems.
Job Responsibilities:
Develop and perform transportation system modeling, energy, and techno-economic analysis using Argonne SMART Mobility Workflow (i.e., Polaris, Autonomie), and TechScape. This includes applications for electric, shared, connected, and automated vehicles, as well as freight transport.
Contribute to the development of TechScape, through the integration of workflows to evaluate various techno-economic analytical scenarios.
Analyze the technical and financial impacts of vehicles and mobility systems and policies within national and international projects.
Assist the team in engagement with stakeholders to foster collaboration and consensus-building on tactical project identification and the deployment of sustainable transportation initiatives.
Assist in organizing training sessions and developing educational materials on vehicle technologies and analytical methods to assist stakeholders in decision-making.
Position Requirements
Recent or soon-to-be completed Master’s degree in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering, or a related field.
Knowledge of engineering computation as applied to vehicle system modeling (e.g., Autonomie).
Knowledge of automotive systems engineering, namely hybrid and electric powertrains, thermal systems design and management, batteries, motors, and EVSE technologies.
Skills and experience in software programming, with proficiency in C/C++, Python and Matlab.
Knowledge of techno-economic and environmental analysis is essential.
Ability to analyze the technical and financial impacts of mobility systems and policies.
Experience with different data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau).
Ability to engage with stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and consensus-building for deploying high-quality sustainable transportation initiatives.
Skilled in oral and written communication skills across all levels of the organization.
A successful candidate must have the ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
This position requires an on-site presence at the Argonne campus in Lemont, Illinois.
Preferred Qualifications:
Background in transportation systems and vehicle technologies.
Experience in data science, data analytics, and data visualization, as well as experience in conducting environmental assessments and cost-benefit analysis.
Job Family
Temporary
Job Profile
Predoctoral Appointee
Worker Type
Long-Term (Fixed Term)
Time Type
Full timeThe expected hiring range for this position is $58,297.00-$97,161.00.
Please note that the pay range information is a general guideline only. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as, but not limited to, the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, business considerations, internal equity, and external market pay for comparable jobs. Additionally, comprehensive benefits are part of the total rewards package.
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