Sr. Power Systems Engineer

Tesla builds electric vehicles and clean energy generation and storage products for a sustainable future.
$108,000 - $216,000
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Description For Sr. Power Systems Engineer

Tesla is seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer to join their team in building the future of clean and sustainable energy. This role focuses on designing, modeling, and integrating Tesla's solar-battery-charging ecosystem. The position involves working with utilities, independent power providers, and system operators to scale Tesla's technology on the grid.

The role requires expertise in power systems modeling tools and experience with inverter-based generation systems. You'll be responsible for developing detailed models of Tesla's technology and controls strategies for both microgrids and larger grid applications. This diverse position spans electrical engineering, controls, firmware design, and grid operations.

As a Senior Power Systems Engineer, you'll interface with multiple teams, including product design, firmware/software, and business development. You'll influence system architecture through power systems requirements and represent Tesla in technical discussions with customers.

The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $108,000 to $216,000 annually, plus cash and stock awards. Tesla provides comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with employer match, stock purchase plans, and various family-support benefits.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced power systems engineer to contribute to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy while working with cutting-edge technology in a fast-paced environment.

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Responsibilities For Sr. Power Systems Engineer

  • Act as technical representative for power flow, short circuit, and dynamic modeling discussions with customers
  • Increase in-house capability to model Tesla's product in power systems analysis software
  • Work with product design and firmware/software teams to keep models current
  • Feed power systems requirements into product specifications
  • Create models to represent Tesla Energy system in power flow and dynamic modeling software tools

Requirements For Sr. Power Systems Engineer

  • Expert level knowledge of power system modelling tools (PSCAD, PSS\E, PSLF, DIgSILENT, PowerWorld)
  • Experience with modelling and simulations of inverter based generation
  • Experience with interconnection and engineering studies
  • Strong working knowledge of control theory, ability to implement PID control
  • Degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems focus or equivalent experience
  • Ability to work cross functionally with various teams

Benefits For Sr. Power Systems Engineer

401k
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Assistance
Parental Leave
Commuter Benefits
  • 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 FSA
  • LGBTQ+ care concierge services
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Sick and Vacation time
  • Back-up childcare and parenting support
  • Commuter benefits
  • Employee discounts and perks program

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