Lead Engineer – Microgrid & Distributed Energy Resources (DER)
Job Location:
Job Location:
Menasha, WI - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Monthly Salary:
Posted on:
3 days ago
Posted on:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Job Title: Lead Engineer Microgrid & Distributed Energy Resources (DER)
Location: Menasha WI (Onsite)
Pay Rate: $75/hr - $85/hr
Duration: 12 Months
Position Overview
We are seeking an experienced Lead Engineer to drive the design development integration and validation of advanced energy technologies supporting Distributed Energy Resources (DER) microgrids energy storage systems EV charging infrastructure and power distribution applications.
The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise in renewable energy systems power generation energy storage power electronics and system-level engineering. This role requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for next-generation energy systems.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the design evaluation and integration of technologies used in microgrid power generation energy storage EV charging and data center applications.
- Define system requirements performance targets and technical specifications for new products and technologies.
- Characterize and benchmark components based on performance efficiency reliability cost and scalability.
- Develop proof-of-concept prototypes and support testing and validation activities.
- Create and maintain technical documentation including requirements specifications selection analyses and simulation reports.
- Collaborate with simulation controls thermal mechanical and power electronics engineering teams to ensure successful system development.
- Support modeling and simulation activities by defining requirements operating conditions and performance expectations.
- Lead technology assessments and competitive benchmarking efforts.
- Work with controls engineers to establish functional requirements for energy management systems (EMS) microgrid controllers and related software applications.
- Collaborate with Verification & Validation teams to define and execute DVP&R activities for battery energy storage and power systems.
- Support packaging manufacturing thermal management and system integration activities.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Electrical Mechanical Aerospace Chemical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
- 8 years of experience in system design architecture testing integration or development of energy technologies.
- Strong knowledge of:
- Microgrid systems
- Distributed Energy Resources (DER)
- Renewable energy systems (Solar Wind)
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Power generation technologies
- Power conversion and power electronics
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- Experience with system modeling simulation and performance analysis.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Masters degree in Engineering or related technical field.
- Experience with:
- Grid integration technologies
- Energy Management Systems (EMS)
- Microgrid controllers
- EV charging infrastructure
- Data center power systems
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- Hands-on experience using:
- MATLAB/Simulink
- Simscape
- Amesim
- Similar modeling and simulation platforms
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- Familiarity with industry regulations standards and compliance requirements related to energy storage and power systems.
- Proven success leading engineering projects in renewable energy microgrid or energy storage environments.
Preferred Industry Background
Candidates with experience from the following industries are highly encouraged to apply:
- Renewable Energy
- Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)
- Microgrids
- Utility & Grid Infrastructure
- Power Generation
- EV Charging Infrastructure
- Power Electronics
- Data Centers
- Energy Management Systems
Top Skills
- Microgrid Systems
- DER Technologies
- Battery Energy Storage (BESS)
- Renewable Energy
- Grid Integration
- Power Electronics
- Energy Management Systems (EMS)
- MATLAB/Simulink
- System Architecture
- Cross-Functional Engineering Leadership
