Md Shafiullah

King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM), Saudi Arabia, is advertising a PhD Fellowship Opportunity for Spring 2027 in the Control and Instrumentation Engineering (CIE) Department. The research group led by Md Shafiullah is seeking motivated PhD candidates interested in control engineering , energy systems , smart grids , renewable energy integration , predictive maintenance , and AI/ML for energy applications . Specific topics include control and management of energy systems such as smart grids and net-zero energy buildings, grid integration and control of renewable energy resources, data-driven identification and control of flexible loads, predictive maintenance for assets in energy systems (machine drives, EVs, renewable energy systems), and machine learning methods for energy-system applications. Eligibility includes a B.Sc. or M.Sc. in Systems and Control Engineering, Energy Engineering, Process Control Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field. Research or industrial experience in the relevant areas is preferred. Applicants must also satisfy KFUPM/CGIS admission requirements , including the university's language and other admission criteria. The poster also highlights minimum GPA expectations of 3.5/4.0 for the listed degree pathways. This is described as a competitive fellowship with limited openings . No stipend amount or full funding breakdown is provided in the post. Deadline: the group asks applicants to email their CV by 25 June 2026 , while the university application deadline is 30 June 2026 . How to apply: email your CV to [email protected] and CC [email protected] . Use the subject line: Your Name (Ph.D. Applicant for Spring 2027) . Check the CGIS website for admission details and submit the university application by the stated deadline.