RTDS Engineer

Terabase Energy is seeking an RTDS Engineer to support the delivery of real-time Hardware-in-the-Loop simulation solutions for utility-scale solar BESS and hybrid renewable energy projects.

This role will be primarily responsible for developing configuring validating and maintaining project-specific RTDS and RSCAD models used for plant controller SCADA EMS inverter and substation control validation. The RTDS Engineer will work closely with Controls Engineering SCADA Engineering Project Engineering Modeling & Validation Commissioning and customer-facing teams to ensure HIL simulations are ready for internal testing FAT customer witness testing and field issue replication.

The ideal candidate has 5 years of hands-on experience with PSCAD RSCAD RTDS modeling and HIL setup for project-specific power plant validation.

Develop and configure project-specific RTDS and RSCAD models for utility-scale solar BESS and hybrid power plants.

Translate electrical one-lines control narratives interconnection requirements equipment data and project specifications into real-time simulation models.

Build and validate plant-level models for active power reactive power voltage control frequency response ramp-rate control curtailment and grid support functions.

Develop and maintain reusable RSCAD model libraries templates and project standards.

Develop review and validate PSCAD models to support project-specific studies controls validation and grid compliance requirements.

Support model alignment between PSCAD and RTDS/RSCAD environments.

Work with inverter OEMs BESS OEMs and internal engineering teams to validate control behavior and model assumptions.

Support testing related to inverter-based resource performance plant controller behavior and interconnection compliance.

Set up project-specific Hardware-in-the-Loop environments using RTDS and physical control hardware.

Integrate PPCs EMS controllers RTACs relays gateways SCADA servers network switches firewalls and communication interfaces into the HIL environment.

Configure I/O mapping signal routing protocol interfaces and controller communication paths.

Support FAT eFAT customer witness testing internal validation and project readiness reviews.

Ensure HIL environments are delivered on schedule to support project milestones.

Develop and execute HIL test plans procedures acceptance criteria and validation reports.

Validate controls performance under normal operating conditions grid disturbances curtailment scenarios plant trips communication failures and recovery events.

Troubleshoot model controller communication network and simulation issues during HIL setup and testing.

Replicate field issues in the HIL environment to support commissioning root-cause analysis and corrective actions.

Document test results model assumptions issue logs lessons learned and final validation outcomes.

Partner with Controls Engineering SCADA Engineering Project Engineering Commissioning IT/OT and Product teams to align HIL setup with project needs.

Support customer-facing technical discussions related to HIL testing plant controller validation and model behavior.

Work with vendors and OEMs to obtain model data controller interfaces firmware details and communication requirements.

Contribute to Terabases standard HIL delivery process test automation roadmap and quality improvement initiatives.

Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Power Systems Controls Engineering or a related technical field.

5 years of experience with PSCAD RSCAD RTDS or real-time power system simulation.

Hands-on experience setting up Hardware-in-the-Loop environments for project-specific validation.

Strong understanding of power systems inverter-based resources utility-scale solar BESS hybrid plants and plant-level controls.

Experience developing and validating PSCAD and RSCAD models.

Experience integrating physical controllers RTACs relays gateways SCADA systems or network devices into simulation environments.

Familiarity with PPC EMS SCADA inverter controls substation automation and plant controller validation.

Experience with industrial communication protocols such as DNP3 Modbus TCP IEC 61850 OPC UA or similar protocols.

Ability to read and interpret electrical one-lines network diagrams control narratives points lists equipment data sheets and interconnection requirements.

Strong troubleshooting skills across models controls communication networks and physical hardware.

Strong documentation communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Masters degree in Electrical Engineering Power Systems or Controls Engineering.

Experience with RTDS NovaCor RSCAD FX GTNET GTFPGA or similar RTDS hardware/software platforms.

Experience with OPAL-RT Typhoon HIL Speedgoat or other real-time simulation platforms.

Experience with SEL RTACs SEL relays SEL-3555 Schweitzer controllers Ignition SCADA or similar control platforms.

Experience with IEEE 2800 NERC ERCOT CAISO PJM or other utility interconnection and grid compliance requirements.

Experience with inverter OEM and BESS OEM models.

Experience creating automated HIL test scripts reusable test libraries and validation templates.

Experience supporting FAT SAT commissioning or field troubleshooting for renewable energy projects.

Experience with Python MATLAB/Simulink scripting or test automation tools.

Deep technical understanding of RTDS RSCAD PSCAD and real-time power system simulation.

Hands-on ability to connect simulation models with actual control hardware.

Strong project execution discipline and ability to deliver HIL systems against customer and project milestones.

Structured approach to testing validation issue tracking and documentation.

Ability to simplify complex technical issues and communicate clearly with internal teams customers and vendors.

Strong ownership mindset and willingness to work through urgent project issues when required.

Customer-focused approach to project delivery and technical problem solving.

Project-specific RTDS/HIL environments are delivered on time and ready for FAT eFAT and customer witness testing.

RSCAD and PSCAD models accurately represent project requirements controls behavior and expected plant response.

HIL testing identifies controls communication and integration issues before field deployment.

Test procedures model documentation and validation reports are complete clear and reusable.

Field issues can be replicated and resolved using the HIL environment.

HIL workflows improve project quality reduce commissioning risk and support repeatable SCADA and controls delivery.

This role may require travel to Terabase facilities HIL labs customer FAT locations vendor facilities and project sites as needed to support testing project delivery and commissioning activities.

Compensation And Benefits

Our salary ranges are determined by role level and location. This role offers a base salary of $140000 $170000. Within each posted range individual pay is determined (and may be greater or higher) dependent on work location and additional factors including job-related skills experience and relevant education or training. Terabase offers competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package including:

Generous time off and holiday policy

Remote flexibility

Flexible time off

Comprehensive benefits package

Career progression

401k match

Stock options

Home office set up allowance

And much more!

Terabase is an equal opportunity employer. We recruit hire employ train promote and compensate individuals based on job-related qualifications and abilities. We strongly encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

We do not discriminate for any reason including race color sex gender age religion or religious creed national origin ancestry citizenship marital status sexual orientation gender identity gender expression genetic information physical or mental disability military/ veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another our products the diverse consumers we represent and the communities we call home.

Principles only. This role is not open to receiving agency candidates and any contingent submissions will not be considered. Terabase Energy does not utilize third-party recruitment agencies. Please contact our Recruiting team at with any staffing-related inquiries.

Required Experience:

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