Sr. Power Systems Control Engineer

Overview

Design, test, and validate control systems for PV/storage power plants and support field commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• control design
• firmware development
• stability analysis
• validation tools
• hil testing
• certification

Tasks

-Support in the design, development, testing and commissioning of Nextracker Power Plant Controls technologies for optimized power plant performance for a range of PV with storage systems. -Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive controller firmware and hardware requirements. -Perform simulation-based stability analysis, interconnection studies as a part of NX power plant controls system integration efforts. -Create high-quality technical documentation. -Develop and maintain validation tools and simulation models for the purposes of transient analysis, controller testing and rapid prototyping of NX power plant controls. -Validate and verify control/optimization algorithm performance using controller hardware-in-the-loop to evaluate performance and reliability against certification requirements. -Collaborate with cross functional teams, partners/vendors to drive certification of NX Power Plant Controls for certifications across multiple ISO.

Requirements

• phd ee
• c/c++
• matlab coder
• pscad
• ieee1547
• hil tools

What You Bring

-Experience with EMS/PPC and range of inverter products as applied to PV/PV+ Battery applications -Experience in Matlab Coder/Auto code generation. -Demonstrated proficiency in controller hardware-in-loop tools such as RSCAD, OpalRT etc., for interconnection studies and certification analysis.. -Proficiency with IEEE1547 US grid code and interconnection requirements, including ERCOT, CAISO, IEEE-2800. -Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with 5+ years of experience in power system modeling, analysis and controls with specific focus on renewable applications. -Experience in C/C++/Go programming language -Deep knowledge of all SISO control techniques for power plant controls. -Proficiency in simulation and modeling tools such as PSCAD, PSEE, RSCCAD, Simscape electrical and basic understanding of PI controls -Experience in multiple aspects of controller design, such as firmware and hardware. -Excellent organization and communication skills. -Demonstrated proficiency in controller code integration into HIL models for the purpose of controller validation. -Demonstrated proficiency with power system modeling and analysis of renewable energy integration with the grid, fault detection in AC and DC grids, system protection and power quality issues. -Experience with PV + Battery applications.. -Willingness to travel (up to 15% of time) throughout US and worldwide and excellent organizational and communication skills. -Demonstrated proficiency with power flow models and interconnection studies.

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About Nextracker Inc.

-Founded to revolutionize solar energy with cutting-edge tracker technology. -Provides advanced solar tracking solutions that maximize energy production and efficiency. -Works with utility-scale solar projects to deliver reliable and cost-effective power solutions. -Delivers engineering excellence with focus on durability, performance, and ease of installation. -Has grown to become a global leader in solar tracker systems, with projects across multiple continents. -Known for developing and deploying smart, automated solar trackers that adjust to the sun’s position. -Focuses on enhancing the sustainability and scalability of solar energy worldwide. -Pioneers in creating solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing grid infrastructure. -Constantly pushing the boundaries of solar technology to support a cleaner, greener future.

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