Power Systems Engineer, Modeling
Description For Power Systems Engineer, Modeling
Tesla is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to join their team in building the future of clean and sustainable energy storage systems. This role focuses on developing and maintaining power system models crucial for Tesla's energy storage solutions at mass scales. The position combines electrical engineering expertise with control systems and grid operations knowledge.
The role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of power systems engineering and cutting-edge energy storage technology. You'll be responsible for developing detailed models of Tesla's technology and control strategies, working closely with firmware/software teams for prototype testing, and collaborating with product design teams to influence system architecture.
This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in electrical engineering, particularly in power systems and control theory. The role requires expertise in power system dynamic stability, control systems, and various modeling tools like PSCAD, PSS\E, and DIgSILENT Power factory. Experience with programming languages such as Python, C, and MATLAB is essential.
Tesla offers a comprehensive benefits package including competitive salary, stock awards, medical coverage with zero payroll deduction, dental and vision plans, 401(k) with employer match, and various family-friendly benefits. The company's commitment to sustainable energy and innovative technology makes it an exciting place for engineers looking to make a significant impact on the future of energy systems.
Working at Tesla means being part of a mission to accelerate the world's transition to sustainable energy. The role offers opportunities for professional growth, hands-on experience with cutting-edge technology, and the chance to contribute to revolutionary energy storage solutions that are changing the global energy landscape.
Responsibilities For Power Systems Engineer, Modeling
- Maintain power system models and align them with product roadmap planning
- Perform power system model validation and regression testing across different simulation platforms
- Resolve platform specific modeling issues for power system models
- Work with firmware/software teams in developing and prototype testing new control designs
- Work with product design team to feed power systems requirements into product specifications
- Articulate power systems analyses/results and technology interaction with the grid
- Work with customers and business development team to create models and perform testing for new applications
Requirements For Power Systems Engineer, Modeling
- Degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems and control focus or equivalent experience
- Experience with modelling and simulations of inverter-based generation
- Expert in power system dynamic stability and controls
- Strong working knowledge of control theory, digital control, stability analysis
- Knowledge of power system modelling tools: PSCAD, PSS\E, PSLF, DIgSILENT Power factory
- Experience with C, Python and MATLAB scripts
Benefits For Power Systems Engineer, Modeling
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans with $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid HSA Contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
