Generac

Principal Engineer – Data Center BESS Applications

Generac

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Colorado • United States

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Drive power systems engineering, modeling, testing and validation for large MW data center applications
  • Lead power systems engineering, modeling, testing and validation for large MW data center applications, specifically involving inverters, batteries, power plant controllers, MV switchgear, generators etc.
  • Be the technical lead on complex site-specific projects, translating customer requirements into deployable designs integrating above scope of equipment
  • Drive real world testing of integrated power systems (gens, batteries, inverters) in off and on grid setups to validate individual unit level performance
  • Research new specialized technologies for potential to provide competitive advantages
  • Serve as an expert resource within the organization to guide and mentor engineering staff

Requirements

  • Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering or related discipline
  • 15 years of relevant work experience in power generation, particularly electronics/controls
  • Master’s or PhD Degree in Electrical or Electronics Engineering is preferred
  • 7-10+ years of demonstrated success as a technical innovator in a relevant organization; power generation or related industry strongly preferred
  • Experience utilizing EMT modeling tools like PSCAD, PSSE to perform detailed simulations of complex grid tied power systems
  • Strong understanding of NERC, FERC, and regional ISO/Utility guidelines (e.g., IEEE 1547, 2800)
Benefits
  • Generac ensures employees' professional growth and personal well-being
  • Opportunity to work in a fast-paced agile work environment where your work makes a difference in people's lives
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
power systems engineeringmodelingtestingvalidationinvertersbatteriespower plant controllersMV switchgeargeneratorsEMT modeling
Soft Skills
technical leadmentoringcustomer requirements translationproject managementinnovation
Certifications
Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical EngineeringMaster’s Degree in Electrical EngineeringPhD in Electrical Engineering