Sr. Power System Controls Engineer
Description For Sr. Power System Controls Engineer
Tesla is seeking a Senior Power System Controls Engineer to join their System Controls and Modeling team, focusing on developing high-performance power controls for the Tesla energy ecosystem. This role is based in the San Francisco Bay Area and offers a competitive salary range of $120,000 - $252,000 annually, plus additional benefits.
The position involves working on crucial components of Tesla's energy products, including the Site Controller, Microgrid Controller, Megapack, Powerwall, and Supercharger. The engineer will be responsible for all stages of controls design, from concept to implementation and validation. This includes creating dynamic models, performing HIL testing, and ensuring product behavior meets design specifications.
The ideal candidate should have expert knowledge of power system modeling tools and programming languages, with a strong background in control theory and grid-level performance requirements. They will work with state-of-the-art technology and contribute to Tesla's mission of accelerating the world's transition to sustainable energy.
Tesla offers an exceptional benefits package, including comprehensive healthcare with $0 payroll deduction options, family-building benefits, 401(k) with employer match, and stock purchase plans. The company's commitment to innovation, sustainability, and employee well-being makes this an exciting opportunity for someone looking to make a significant impact in the clean energy sector.
Working at Tesla means joining a team at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions, with opportunities to work on challenging projects that directly influence the future of energy systems. The role requires a combination of technical expertise, innovative thinking, and collaborative skills, making it ideal for an experienced engineer looking to advance their career in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities For Sr. Power System Controls Engineer
- Create models to represent the Tesla Energy system in dynamic modeling software and real time simulations tools
- Increase in-house capability to model Tesla's product in HIL testing environment
- Perform modelling and HIL testing to test product behavior meets design specification
- Improve and build HIL test setups and automate them to perform regression tests
Requirements For Sr. Power System Controls Engineer
- Expert knowledge of at least two power system modelling and HIL tools: Simulink, Typhoon, OPAL-RT, PSCAD
- Strong knowledge of at least one programming language: Rust, Python, C, C++
- Direct experience modelling large and small grids with deep understanding of grid level performance requirements
- Strong working knowledge of control theory, ability to implement PID control
- Experience setting up full HIL testing systems
- Strong communication skills and ability to work cross functionally
Benefits For Sr. Power System Controls Engineer
- 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
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Employee discounts and perks program
