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Engineer III (Electrical)

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Sectors Sustainability, Climate, CSR, EMS
Location Colorado - America North
Type Fixed Term and Permanent Roles
Status Full Time
Level Mid Level
Company Name NREL
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Posting Title Engineer III (Electrical)
Requisition Number 3011BR
Location Golden, CO
Position Type Regular Employee
Hours Per Week 40
Job/Research Summary Conduct research on renewable and distributed energy systems and integration with electrical power systems. This research would focus on conducting analysis, developing models, prototyping equipment for distributed generation equipment that utilize photovoltaics, wind, fuel cells, batteries, turbines, and inverters. Conducts simulation studies for a variety of scenarios of interconnections of distributed generation and electrical distribution systems. Investigates the impact of distributed generation on electrical distribution system performance such as voltage regulation and protection schemes. 

Provides reports on technical work and input to technical publications and presentations. Publishes results in technical journals/conference proceedings; presents work at conferences, symposia, and review meetings. Follows all Environment, Safety, and Health policies and procedures to ensure and maintain a safe working environment.

Interacts with and provides regular project reports to government and/or industrial clients.
Job Duties Duties would include research with a focus on distribution system modeling and simulation of electrical power systems. This research would focus on utilizing existing modeling platforms for electric distribution systems and the advancement and development of those platforms with a focus on integrating distributed generation equipment (photovoltaics, wind, fuel cells, batteries, turbines, and inverters). Use of the modeling platforms would be to conduct simulation studies for a variety of scenarios of interconnections of distributed generation and the electrical distribution power system, and to conduct model verification testing and detailed analysis of modeling results and fielded system performance. Research will tie modeling systems with hardware testing through hardware in the loop (HIL) experimentation. These efforts would include designing data acquisition systems to collect data and developing methods to process large amounts of data. Work closely with a diverse technical team and support colleagues in a laboratory setting. Plans and designs projects and determines technical objectives. Interacts with members of the technical community to stay informed about developments and communicate results. Provides reports on technical work and input to technical publications and presentations. Publishes results in technical journals and conference proceedings; presents work at conferences, symposia, and review meetings. Follows all Environment, Safety, and Health policies and procedures to ensure and maintain a safe working environment.
Required Education and Experience Relevant Master's Degree or equivalent relevant education/experience.

Or, relevant Bachelor's Degree and 2 or more years of experience or equivalent relevant education/experience.
Required Knowledge, Skills and Attributes General knowledge and application of engineering technical standards, principles, theories, concepts and techniques.

Training in team, task or project leadership responsibilities. Intermediate abilities and knowledge of practices and techniques. Beginning experience in project management. Good writing, interpersonal and communication skills.
Additional Required Knowledge, Skills and Attributes Demonstrated technical knowledge of engineering practices, procedures, and techniques. 

Must be proficient with Distribution and electrical system simulation programs such as Simulink, /SimPower Systems, PowerwWorld, PSSE, PSLF, Synergee, and be willing to learn others. 

Must be proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Must have the ability to create technical drawings with tools such as AutoCAD and Visio. 

Ability to work well in a team or independently with limited supervision. 

Demonstrated excellence in applying knowledge and know-how in using modern software and hardware tools to solve real world problems. 

Required attributes include: strong verbal, presentation, and technical writing abilities, sound interpersonal communication. 

The candidate should also be creative, innovative, and adaptable.
Preferred Qualifications Preferred experience in electrical engineering with specialty in power systems, distributed energy systems, or power electronics. Utility distribution engineering a plus, with experience using distribution-modeling software. Understanding of utility structures and regulatory oversight. Familiarity with processing large data sets and conducting detailed analysis. Development of simulation and visualization tools. Preferred Engineer Intern (EI) or Professional Engineering (PE) License.
EEO Policy NREL is dedicated to the principles of equal employment opportunity. NREL promotes a work environment that does not discriminate against workers or job applicants and prohibits unlawful discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, ancestry, actual or perceived sexual orientation, or veteran status, including special disabled veterans.

NREL validates right to work using E-Verify. NREL will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. For additional information, please seewww.nrel.gov/employment/eeo.html.
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