Senior Engineer, Power Systems Controls
Core
Build and validate EMT models of grid-forming PCS, BESS, PV, and data center loads using PSCAD, then prove control behavior on Typhoon HIL benches to ensure islanded plant stability for 24/7 data center operations.
Role type
Senior IC power systems controls engineer
Builds
Off-grid power plants for data centers
Domain
Renewable energy, power electronics, microgrids
Required skills
PSCAD EMT modeling, Typhoon HIL testing, grid-forming inverter control, OEM model integration, Python automation, islanded system protection (via careerplan.io/jobs/8c8df7b8-d11a-43ac-bc55-84bee826db6f-senior-engineer-power-systems-controls-at-tar)
Preferred skills
MATLAB/Simulink, impedance-based stability methods, PowerFactory/PSS/E/ETAP, C/C++ or Embedded Coder, automated HIL regression pipelines
Technologies
PSCAD, Typhoon HIL, Python, MATLAB/Simulink, PowerFactory, PSS/E, ETAP
Responsibilities
Build and maintain plant-level PSCAD EMT models integrating OEM black-box models; run islanded EMT studies including black start, fault ride-through, and inverter interactions; build and maintain real-time Typhoon HIL models for controller validation; write and automate HIL test procedures; correlate HIL results with offline models; support field commissioning and troubleshoot events; engage with OEMs on model quality and study assumptions.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
