Power Systems Engineer, Modeling
Tesla
Power Systems Engineer, Modeling
| Job Category | Engineering & Information Technology |
|---|---|
| Location | Palo Alto, California |
| Req. ID | 232943 |
| Job Type | Full-time |
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Will maintain the power system models and keep them aligned with the product roadmap planning
You will perform power system model validation and regression testing across different simulation platforms
Resolve any platform specific modeling issues for all the various power system models
Work with firmware/software teams in developing, prototype testing new control designs
Work with the product design team to feed power systems requirement into the product specification to influence system architecture
You will articulate power systems analyses/results and the interaction of Tesla's technology with the grid to internal teams
Work with customers and business development team to create models and perform testing for new potential applications
Degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems and control focus or equivalent experience
Experience with modelling and simulations of inverter-based generation
Expert in power system dynamic stability and controls, and fundamental understanding of phasor-domain modeling theory (basis for dynamic simulation of PSS\E, PSLF, DIgSILENT Power factory)
Strong working knowledge of control theory, digital control, stability, eigenvalue analysis, transfer functions and control block diagrams
Knowledge of power system modelling tools: PSCAD, PSS\E, PSLF, DIgSILENT Power factory
Experience with C, Python and MATLAB scripts
Direct experience of developing user-defined model in PSSE/ Power factory/PSCAD is a plus
Hands on experience of hardware description language (HDL) is a plus.
Experience with HIL tools (RTDS, Typhoon, OPAL-RT) is a plus
Experience with performance of interconnection and engineering studies like stability, protection coordination, harmonics, insulation coordination, arch flash, and ground grid analyses is a plus
Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
- Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
- Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
- Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
- Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
- Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- LGBTQ+ care concierge services
- 401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
- Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
- Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
- Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
- Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
- Tesla Babies program
- Commuter benefits
- Employee discounts and perks program
$116,000 - $258,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefits
Pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.
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