Lead Power Systems Controls Engineer - Microgrid

If your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.

Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a Lead Power Systems Controls Engineer - Microgrid.

The expected annual salary range for this role is $91500.03 - $134200.04 a year.

Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.

What you’ll do :

The Lead Microgrid Controls Engineer will lead the development, testing, and implementation of Microgrid control solutions consisting of Solar Photovoltaic (PV), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and Diesel / Natural gas generators for our customers using Automation Controllers, HMI’s, Multi-function Protection Relays, and Data Concentrators from all major OEM’s.

In this function, you will :

• Create, modify, test, and deploy software for Automation Controllers and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI’s) for Microgrid applications.
• Follow customers specifications and internal specifications for project implementation.
• Select components and create bill of materials.
• Prepare submittal documentation for projects and meet with customers to discuss project requirements and review submittals.
• Provide sketches, mark-ups, and direction to Electrical Designers to develop project drawings.
• Prepare customer submittals, Sequence of Operation (SOO), and test procedures.
• Assist with factory testing and field start-ups as required.
• Be able to troubleshoot systems that are not functioning properly.
• Technical Support to the proposals team

Qualifications :

Required (Basic) Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution with minimum 7 years of experience in power distribution controls applications.

Preferred qualifications :

• PE License.
• Experience with generator / multi-source paralleling controls
• Experience with power system protection
• Experience working with DERs (PV, BESS, and Generators).
• Knowledge / Experience with CODESYS Programming.
• Knowledge of Power Monitoring and Control Systems and associated protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850)
• Understanding of and experience with Microgrid operations.

Position Success Criteria :

• Possess and maintains an active and valid driver’s license.
• Available for travel & mobility 25% of time
• Strong customer focus and interpersonal skills
• Develop and maintain strong customer relationships.
• Advise customers on technical opportunities / issues.

The application window for this position is anticipated to close on 09 / 30 / 2024

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We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work.

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