Principal Microgrid Controls and Automation Engineer

4 days ago


Framingham, Massachusetts, United States Leidos Full time
About the Role

We are seeking a highly skilled Principal Microgrid Controls and Automation Engineer to join our Power Delivery team at Leidos. As a key member of our team, you will play a critical role in designing and implementing microgrid and renewable energy projects.

Key Responsibilities
  • Design and develop microgrid control systems, including islanding operation, grid-connected operation, energy management, control strategies, and power flow management.
  • Develop in-depth knowledge of various renewable energy technologies, including solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, wind turbines, batteries, and other distributed energy resources (DERs).
  • Familiarize yourself with microgrids' control systems and automation technologies, such as supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems, energy management systems (EMS), Intelligent Electronic Devices (IEDs), Human Machine Interfaces (HMIs), Remote Terminal Units (RTUs).
  • Develop knowledge of power electronics and their application in renewable energy systems and microgrids, including inverters, converters, and other power electronic devices to interface and control DERs.
  • Proficiency in computer-aided design (CAD) software for electrical system design, simulation tools for modeling and analysis, and programming languages commonly used in microgrid control systems.
  • Familiarity with commonly utilized communication protocols (DNP, SEL, MMS, Modbus, etc.).
  • Prior experience with Protection & Control design concepts, including one-lines, three-lines, schematics, wiring, etc.
  • Prior experience with commonly utilized system modeling software programs (ASPEN, CAPE, CYME, ETAP, SKM, etc.).
  • Experience with DNP3, Modbus, IEC 61131 Programming, AcSELerator RTAC, SEL 5030 Quickset, GE Cimplicity, and Protocol Test Software preferred.
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) with six (6+) years of related experience.
  • Principal Level: Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) eight (8+) years of related experience.
  • Knowledge of microgrid and renewable energies.
  • Protection and control of power systems.
  • Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office suite of software (e.g., Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project).
  • Capability to learn a variety of client software packages and databases as required.
  • Must be comfortable in both a field and office setting.
  • Must be able to lift 20 pounds.
  • Must possess the physical ability to support field work in, at times, rough terrain in order to access more remote project locations.
What We Offer

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainably. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community.

We take care of our employees. Leidos seeks the best and the brightest, and in return, we invest in you, with an eye on your future, through career advancement, growth opportunities, and continuous improvement via mentoring, formal and informal project management training, and assistance with obtaining pertinent certifications.

We believe that diversity and inclusion make us all better and offer the chance to have fun and make a difference.



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