Sr. Controls Integration Engineer - Power Plant Controls
About The Position
The Performance Engineering and Control team's goal is to develop algorithms and controls for an all-in-one PV only, Storage only and PV+Storage power block offering to our customers. This role will be R&D focused on supporting NX power block product developments and their integration into Nextpower's existing offerings. As a Sr. Controls Integration Engineer, you will support the team in product development, testing and validation of the NX power plant control product offering & will travel to projects to support in-field commissioning. The role is based in Fremont, CA.
Requirements
- MS (Master's) with 5 plus years of experience in design, testing and validation of PPC algorithms for utility scale applications with specific focus in renewable integration
- Demonstrated proficiency in development and testing of control logic for active/reactive power control, voltage regulation, and frequency response.
- Strong grasp of electrical engineering and control system fundamentals including multiple SISO and MIMO methods
- Demonstrated proficiency of Embedded Coder and MathWorks Model Based Design tools
- Demonstrated proficiency in controller firmware integration.
- Experience in PLC/IPC-based controller design, network architecture, and real-time power plant performance optimization
- Experience with PLC/RTAC hardware as applicable to plant controls (E.g. GE RX3i, Allen-Bradley ControlLogix, SEL-RTAC)
- Experience with IEEE1547 US grid code and interconnection requirements, including ERCOT, CAISO.
- Experience with Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) for controller validation
- Proficiency in C++/C, Python coding.
- Create high-quality technical documentation.
- Excellent organization and communication skills.
- Willingness to travel (up to 15% of the time) throughout the US and worldwide
Nice To Haves
- Experience with PV + Battery applications. Knowledge of dc-coupled PV + Battery applications is a plus.
- Experience with PPC-SCADA integration
- Experience with communication protocols (Modbus), network architecture.
- Experience with energy management for renewables hybrids.
Responsibilities
- Support in the design, development, testing and commissioning of Nextpower Power Plant Controls product offerings in test yards and project installations
- Support in development and maintenance of validation tools for the purposes of controller testing and rapid prototyping.
- Support in the testing and analysis of NX Power Plant Controls for certifications across multiple ISO.
- Support in simulation-based stability analysis, interconnection studies as a part of NX power plant controls system integration efforts.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams in deployment of power plant controls firmware.
- Collaborate with cross functional teams to support M&V and power plant control techno-economic analysis.
Benefits
- comprehensive benefits package
- health care coverage, dental and vision
- 401(K) participation including company matching
- company paid holidays with unlimited paid time off
- generous discretionary company bonuses
- life and disability protection
- Employees in certain positions may be eligible for stock compensation
- Proximity to Coyote Hills Regional Park
- Bike-Friendly
- Wellness: We value both physical and mental well-being by providing access to our onsite gym and locker room. Our gym is fully equipped and available for your convenience to fit in workouts. Additionally, you can take advantage of yoga classes in our Zen Garden for ultimate tranquility and mindfulness.
- Snacks, weekly catered lunch, and beverages
- Free Electric Vehicle charging stations for employees
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
