Integration Engineer

EG4 Electronics; Sulphur Springs (TX); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology company based in Texas is seeking an Integration Engineer to architect and manage the Grid Services API Platform. This role requires bridging hardware capabilities with utility-grade requirements while ensuring compliance with industry standards. Candidates should have extensive experience in API integration, backend technologies, and cloud infrastructure. Strong communication skills are essential for translating technical concepts to stakeholders. This position offers the chance to lead innovative projects within the energy sector.

Qualifications

• 5+ years leading large cross-team initiatives with a strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Proven experience in VPP/DER integration, SCADA, or grid software tools.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical execution of API-to-API integrations.
• Ensure every battery in the fleet is VPP ready.
• Develop and operate the software services running the virtual power plant.

Skills

API Orchestration & Integration Management

Backend technologies (Python, RestAPI, FastAPI, Java)

SQL databases

Cloud infrastructure (AWS)

Infrastructure as code (Terraform, AWS CDK)

VPP/DER integration

SCADA and grid software tools

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or Energy Systems

Job description

The Integration Engineer is the primary architect of EG4’s Grid Services API Platform. This role is responsible for bridging the gap between hardware capabilities and utility-grade grid requirements. You will own the technical execution of API-to-API integrations, ensure every battery in the EG4 fleet is "VPP ready," and define system requirements, specifications, and validation processes as a system definer. Additionally, you will facilitate liaison activities and maintain the user interface for the VPP, translating and planning the technical flow users expect and supporting changes as capabilities expand.

Key Responsibilities

• API Orchestration & Integration Management
• Lead the APIbuildcoordination and maintenance with technical aggregators and DERMS providers.
• Direct the transition of legacy integrations to the new API and EMS platform.
• Develop andoperate the software services running the virtual power plant, focusing on highly available backend services and publisher/subscriber architecture.
• Technical Compliance & Standards
• Ensure full technical compliance with industry standards, specifically CSIP / IEEE 2030.5, OpenADR, and SunSpec Alliance recommendations.
• Oversee telemetry standards, ensuring the platform collects granular interval data (kW, kWh, SOC) required for precise grid services and Measurement & Verification (M&V).
• Maintain rigorous cybersecurity and data handling protocols to meet utility and ISO/RTO regulated program requirements.
• Software Development & Product Roadmap
• Execute the Grid Service Intelligence Roadmap, including the development of optimization logic, tariff engines, and dynamic control and command capabilities.
• Interface with internal and external teams to implement Edge Device Gateway software for site-level EMS optimization.
• Collaborate and work with Software and Firmware teams to participate in the company-wide development processes, including peer code reviews and design reviews to improve code quality and system scalability.
• Monitoring, Triage, and Reliability
• Own the triage process for partner issues and bugs, identifying root causes for underperformance or anomalies in dispatch events.
• Monitor integration of health and latency to ensure a 99% performance reliability rate across all active VPP programs.
• Identify operational risks and provide technical solutions to prevent "dual-dispatch" conflicts between operators.

Required Skills And Attributes

• Education: Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, or Energy Systems.
• Experience: 5+ years leading large cross-team initiatives with a strong understanding of the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC).
• Technical Stack: Proficiency in backend technologies (Python, RestAPI, FastAPI, Java) and SQL databases. Experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS) and infrastructure as code (Terraform, AWS CDK).
• Domain Expertise: Proven experience in VPP/DER integration, SCADA, or grid software tools. Familiarity with the electric power industry and wholesale electricity markets is a significant bonus.
• Communication: Ability to translate complex technical concepts for business stakeholders and utility executives.

Measurements of Success (KPIs)

• Integration Velocity: Time to program activation for new utility partners.
• System Reliability: Dispatch performance reliability and telemetry data fidelity.
• Feature Delivery: Successful rollout of the optimization logic and tariff engine by 2027.
• Compliance: Zero incidents of disqualification, asset suspension or regulatory non-compliance.

Physical Requirements

• This position may require the ability to perform tasks that involve sitting, standing, walking, lifting 25+ lbs, computer work, and other physical activities. Candidates should be able to meet these physical demands with or without reasonable accommodations.

EEO Statement

EG4 Electronics is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.