Senior Power Electronics Controls Engineer (m/f/d)
at Fluence Energy
Erlangen, Bayern, Germany -
Start Date | Expiry Date | Salary | Posted On | Experience | Skills | Telecommute | Sponsor Visa |
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Immediate | 05 Feb, 2025 | Not Specified | 05 Nov, 2024 | N/A | Good communication skills | No | No |
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Description:
ABOUT THE POSITION:
Senior Power Electronics Controls Engineer will be driving development of innovative solutions around grid-forming application controls for PCS in utility scale energy storage solutions. This role demands expertise in power systems, power electronics, control theory, and programming to create innovative solutions that contribute to the integration of renewable energy sources and grid stabilization. Key responsibilities are:
Design and develop cutting-edge control algorithms for power electronic systems used in utility-scale energy storage projects, such as inverters and DC/DC converters.
Collaborate closely in a multidisciplinary environment comprising hardware engineers, plant controls developers, product managers and grid integration experts to clarify constraints and implement comprehensive PCS controls solutions to address innovative application requirements in the battery energy storage systems.
Interact with external development partners to ensure smooth collaboration.
Utilize simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PLECS, or equivalent to model, simulate, and analyze power electronics systems under various operating conditions.
Implement and rigorously validate control strategies through prototyping, testing, and iterative optimization to ensure optimal system performance.
Execute hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) and software-in-the-loop (SIL) testing to validate control algorithms, ensuring compatibility with complex grid scenarios.
Optimize control algorithms for efficiency, grid stability, and operational reliability while considering stringent industry standards and regulations.
Stay abreast of the latest advancements in power electronics and control techniques, applying innovative solutions that address challenges unique to utility-scale energy storage.
Contribute to comprehensive documentation, including control specifications, user guides, and application notes, to facilitate seamless integration and future enhancements.
Responsibilities:
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REQUIREMENT SUMMARY
Min:N/AMax:5.0 year(s)
Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Engineering Design / R&D
Other
Graduate
The renewable energy industry
Proficient
1
Erlangen, Germany