Sr. Power Systems Engineer, Studies
Description For Sr. Power Systems Engineer, Studies
Tesla is seeking a Senior Power Systems Engineer to join their innovative team focused on building the power system of the future with clean and sustainable energy. This role is integral to Tesla's solar-battery-charging ecosystem, requiring expertise in modeling and hardware-in-loop (HIL) testing for energy storage, solar, and electric charging systems at mass scales.
The position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of electrical engineering, controls systems, and sustainable energy. You'll be responsible for developing detailed models of Tesla's technology and controls strategies, working directly with utilities and system operators to scale grid operations. The role demands expertise in power systems engineering, programming, and control theory.
As a Senior Power Systems Engineer, you'll be involved in critical projects that directly impact Tesla's energy infrastructure, from pre-commissioning testing of grid-scale BESS projects to improving in-house modeling capabilities. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $116,000 to $258,000 annually, plus additional benefits including comprehensive healthcare, 401(k) matching, and stock purchase options.
This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who are passionate about sustainable energy and want to contribute to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy. The role combines technical expertise with customer interaction, requiring both strong engineering skills and excellent communication abilities. Working at Tesla's Palo Alto location, you'll be at the heart of innovation in the electric vehicle and sustainable energy industry.
Responsibilities For Sr. Power Systems Engineer, Studies
- Work with customers to create plant controls set-up and dynamic models in real time simulations tools
- Perform modelling and HIL testing to ensure product behavior meets specifications
- Increase in-house capability to model Tesla's product in HIL testing environment
- Improve and build HIL test setups and automate them
- Work with product design team and firmware/software teams to keep models current
Requirements For Sr. Power Systems Engineer, Studies
- Expert knowledge of HIL tools and power system modelling tools (RTDS, Typhoon, OPAL-RT, PSCAD/EMTP-RV)
- Strong knowledge of programming languages: Python, Rust, C, C++, or Go and version control software
- Experience with HIL testing systems setup and debugging
- Direct experience with customer facing HIL controls witness testing
- Strong working knowledge of control theory
- Degree with focus in power systems or control preferred
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally
Benefits For Sr. Power Systems Engineer, Studies
- Medical insurance with $0 payroll deduction options
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental and vision plans
- Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contribution
- Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
- 401(k) with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plans
- Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time
- Back-up childcare
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts
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