Nils Markus Stenvig
About Nils Markus Stenvig
Nils Markus Stenvig serves as the Acting Group Leader for Power Systems Resilience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory, where he has worked since 2022. He has a diverse background in power systems, having held various engineering and research positions at multiple national laboratories and American Transmission Company.
Current Role at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Nils Markus Stenvig serves as the Acting Group Leader for Power Systems Resilience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He has held this position since 2022, contributing to advancements in energy systems and resilience strategies. His leadership focuses on research that addresses critical challenges in power systems, including recovery and resilience, cyber security, and infrastructure security.
Previous Experience at Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Prior to his current role, Stenvig worked at Oak Ridge National Laboratory in various capacities. He was R&D Staff in Power Systems Resilience from 2021 to 2022 and R&D Staff in Power & Energy Systems from 2016 to 2020. His work involved leading projects that advanced grid modeling and protection, contributing to the laboratory's mission of enhancing energy systems.
Experience at American Transmission Company
Stenvig has extensive experience at American Transmission Company, where he worked for nearly six years in various engineering roles. He served as a Substation Maintenance Engineer from 2013 to 2016 and as a Transmission Planning Engineer for nine months in 2016. His roles focused on operations engineering, maintenance, and planning, providing him with a solid foundation in power systems.
Educational Background
Stenvig holds multiple degrees from Michigan Technological University. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) in 2008, followed by a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering (MSEE) in 2010. Additionally, he completed an MBA with a focus on Project Management and Energy Economics in 2010. His education has equipped him with a strong understanding of power and energy systems.
Research Interests and Leadership
Stenvig leads research initiatives in several key areas, including advanced grid modeling, microgrids, and system recovery. His work also encompasses cyber security, artificial intelligence, and probabilistic risk analysis. He is passionate about conducting research that serves the interests of people and promotes realistic solutions in energy design and policy.