Senior Research Scientist – Future of Industrial Controls

About the role

We are seeking a Senior Research Scientist to lead the Future of Industrial Control Systems program within our Automation, Digitalization and Cybersecurity Research Center in Luxembourg. Reporting to the Research Director, you will bridge academia and industry to shape the next generation of industrial control technologies.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research on emerging industrial control technologies, including PLC virtualization, Distributed Control Systems, and OT networking.
• Develop and evaluate machine‑learning and AI algorithms to enhance predictive and decision‑making capabilities of control systems.
• Design data‑analysis models to extract actionable insights from complex industrial datasets.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams to integrate AI‑driven solutions into existing products.
• Publish findings, present at conferences, and contribute to FM’s risk‑management knowledge base.

Required profile

• PhD or equivalent experience in control engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• Proven track record of research in industrial automation, digitalization, or cybersecurity.
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to translate research into practical applications.

Required skills

• Virtualization technologies for PLCs
• Distributed Control Systems (DCS)
• Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence
• Operational Technology (OT) networking
• Data analysis and modeling