Power Systems Modeling Engineering Intern – Energy Storage Systems
Energy Vault
Global energy storage firm using gravity, battery & green hydrogen tech plus AI to balance grids efficiently.
Design and verify grid-interactive inverter models for utility-scale storage
4 days ago ago
Entry-level
Internship
Tysons Corner, VA
Office Full-Time
Company Size
163 Employees
Service Specialisms
Energy Storage Solutions
Engineering
Design
Technology Integration
Renewable Energy
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Renewable Energy
Utility-scale energy storage
Power Reliability
Energy Management
Energy Integration
Industrial Energy Use
Clean Energy Infrastructure
Role
Description
verification testing
power modeling
grid inverters
requirements gathering
team collaboration
Design and perform verification tests of grid interactive inverters in the Power System Modeling simulation environment
Work with internal and external teams to determine system requirements and verify our solution will meet and exceed project requirements
Requirements
ph.d.
power electronics
pscad
matlab/simulink
python
hil
Comfortable thriving in fast-paced, rapid growth environments.
Current Master’s or Ph.D. student, or equivalent, with research focus on grid interactive inverters with solid power systems/power electronics background.
Technical knowledge of grid-forming, grid-following inverters and power plant controller.
Deep technical experience on Electro Magnetic Transients (EMT) simulation PSCAD, and Matlab/Simulink, PSS/E, TSAT, DigSilent.
Hands-on experience with User Defined Modeling (UDM) and automation tools using C, Fortran, Python.
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing.
Familiarity with relevant industry standards such as UL 1741, IEEE 1547, IEEE 2800.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Company
Overview
$110 Million Series B
Funding Round
Secured $110 Million in Series B funding from SoftBank Vision Fund in 2019.
$100 Million Series C
Subsequent Investment
Raised $100 Million in Series C funding led by Prime Movers Lab in 2025.
75-95% Efficiency
Storage Performance
Achieved 75-95% round-trip efficiency in energy storage solutions.
$235 Million Raised
Public Listing
Raised over $235 Million via SPAC on NYSE in February 2022.
Transformed traditional pumped hydro methods—water—to cranes lifting composite blocks in its EVx™ gravity storage system.
Develops a diversified portfolio—gravity batteries (EVx/B‑Vault), electrochemical systems, and emerging hydrogen hybrids.
Powerful AI-driven software (Vault‑OS, Vault‑Bidder, Vault‑Manager) orchestrates multi‑medium energy assets at scale.
Installed projects include a 25 MW/100 MWh gravity storage in China and a 220 MW/440 MWh lithium‑iron phosphate BESS in Nevada.
Partnered with landmarks like SOM to integrate gravity storage into skyscrapers and renewable-heavy industrial sites in Australia and India.
Known for unusual, physical ‘gravity towers’—offering chemical-fire-free, weather-resilient storage.
Culture + Values
95% reduction
Carbon Footprint
Achieved through innovative solutions focused on sustainability.
82 NPS
Customer Satisfaction
An impressive Net Promoter Score reflecting high customer loyalty and satisfaction.
Bold and innovative in all efforts, pushing boundaries.
Collective effort with teams, partners, and customers.
Transparency and honesty, delivering on commitments.
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net Zero Target
Aiming to achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 to combat climate change.
Energy Vault’s storage solutions enable the transition to renewable energy by providing long-duration energy storage.
The company’s technology is designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by facilitating the integration of renewable energy sources.
Energy Vault's solutions are being deployed in locations with a goal of reducing reliance on fossil fuels and promoting sustainability.
Aims to produce energy storage systems with a minimal environmental footprint compared to conventional technologies.
Inclusion & Diversity
Gender diversity is a priority with a focus on achieving a balanced representation in leadership roles.
Fostering an inclusive culture that supports equal opportunities for all employees.