Lead Engineer - Power Systems

Company: Eaton
Location: Golden
Posted on: February 23, 2021

Job Description:

Eaton's Corporate Research Technology Group is currently seeking a Lead Engineer to be part of our Golden CO team. Relocation assistance will be provided if needed.

Position Overview

This position will lead research and development in modeling, simulation, algorithm design, implementation, and HIL validation of integrated power systems including but not limited to microgrids, building networks, and distribution networks. The lead engineer will create and apply novel techniques within control and optimization theory to power system problems. This work will help businesses across Eaton solve critical business problems and uncover new business opportunities.

Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day. It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours.

In This Role You Will

• Develop and apply advanced control and optimization algorithms to create new intelligent devices, solutions and services for Eaton's businesses
• Design and implement controls for use in industrial-grade controllers, utilizing a deep understanding of traditional and novel control methods to manage modern distribution networks with high penetrations of both controllable and uncontrollable distributed energy resources (DERs)
• Conduct power system modeling, simulation, and analysis of both steady state and dynamic response
• Design controls and optimization strategies for grid-level and site-level solutions in distribution automation, DER management, and demand response
• Create optimization models and solutions to non-linear, non-convex, multi-modal problems
• Develop and execute agile work plans for iterative and incremental project delivery, participating in design and implementation reviews
• Evaluate business requirements and consult with business stakeholders to determine novel solutions to targeted problems for end-users
  When we embrace the different ideas, perspectives and backgrounds that make each of us unique, we - as individuals and as a company - are stronger.
  
  Basic Qualifications
  
  • Master's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution
  • 3 years of experience in electrical engineering or controls systems engineering
    
    Preferred Qualifications
    
    • Master's Degree/PhD in Electrical Engineering from an accredited institution
    • 5 years of experience in electrical engineering or controls systems engineering
    • Fundamental knowledge and research background in controls systems and optimization
    • Knowledge of power system operations and planning
    • Familiarity with simulation tools such as CYME, PSCAD, OpenDSS, Matlab/Simulink, etc.
    • Capability of developing user-defined library models.
    • Software programming skills using Python, C++, C, Matlab, R, SQL, PHP, etc.
      
      Position Criteria
      
      • Ability to successfully and consistently work on multiple assignments simultaneously and adjust to rapidly changing priorities
      • Ability to work independently and take ownership of assignments within a team setting
      • Computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word
      • Ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities and meet deadlines
      • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
      • Excellent analytical skills
        Eaton provides a competitive total rewards package commensurate with applicable skills, knowledge, and experience and consistent with internal and external market practices. The annual salary range for this role is $84,720 - 116,490.
        
        At Eaton, we know that good benefit plans are important to employees and their families. In addition to a competitive base salary, Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits at a Glance.
        
        Job
        
        Engineering
        
        Region
        
        North America - US/Puerto Rico
        
        Primary Location
        
        United States-Colorado-Golden
        
        Work Locations
        
        Golden CO Loc
        
        Organization
        
        CTO Corporate Technology Office
        
        Job Level
        
        Individual Contributor
        
        Schedule
        
        Full-time
        
        Is remote work (i.e. working from home or another Eaton facility) allowed for this position?
        
        No
        
        Does this position offer relocation?
        
        Relocation from within hiring country only
        
        Travel
        
        Yes, 10 % of the Time
        
        Requisition ID :090589

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