Intern, Power Electronics Engineering (Power Systems)

TL;DR

Intern, Power Electronics Engineering (Power Systems): Designing and verifying power electronics systems for energy storage and data center technologies with an accent on EMT simulation and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) platforms. Focus on simulating, analyzing, and troubleshooting complex systems from inverter control to large-scale site level controls.

Location: Remote (United States)

Salary: $30–$35 per hour

Company

A global energy storage and power infrastructure company focused on owning, operating, and enabling resilient, dispatchable energy assets.

What you will do

• Design and perform verification tests using EMT simulation and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) platforms.
• Collaborate with internal and external teams to determine and verify system requirements.
• Simulate and analyze complex systems ranging from inverter control to large-scale site level controls.
• Troubleshoot and evaluate power electronics systems (AC/DC and DC/DC converters).
• Verify inverter control board gate drivers and protection circuits.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a Master's or Ph.D. degree with a relevant research focus in power systems/power electronics.
• Technical knowledge of grid-forming/following inverters, power plant controllers, DC/DC converters, and solid-state transformers.
• Experience with HIL testing (preferably OPAL-RT, Typhoon, or RTDS) and modeling software like PSCAD and PSS/E.
• Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink and embedded control design in C/C++ (preferably TI C2000 DSP).
• Familiarity with SiC and IGBT semiconductor devices and industry standards such as UL 1741, IEEE 1547, and IEEE 2800.
• Must successfully pass a pre-employment background check and E-Verify.

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunity to gain practical experience on cutting-edge energy storage and data center technologies.
• Collaborative environment working closely with industry experts.
• Fast-paced, rapid growth organizational culture.
• Strong commitment to sustainability and environmental impact.
• Inclusive workplace promoting mutual respect and equal employment opportunities.