Microgrid Controls Engineer: Design, Deploy & Test

Open Access Technology International; BLOOMINGTON (MN); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Access Technology International, Inc. (OATI) in Minnesota seeks a Microgrid Controls Engineer to design, program, deploy, and test microgrid systems.

You will work with software teams to develop platforms and configure SEL RTACs for ancillary functions, while supporting field deployments and site commissioning. Qualifications include a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (or equivalent), plus experience with AC power, automation, and coding.

Qualifications

• Bachelor or Associate Degree in Electrical Engineering (Technology), or Computer Science, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with AC power, 3-phase AC power, real/reactive/apparent power, and metering.
• Experience with automation technology and/or programming or coding.
• Valid US driver's license.
• Local to Minnesota.

Responsibilities

• Work with OATI software teams to develop, deploy, and test microgrid control platforms.
• Configure and test OATI’s software-based microgrid control platform.
• Program SEL RTACs to perform ancillary functions alongside the control platform.
• Support customers in troubleshooting relays, meters, reclosers, and related equipment.
• Design control networks and infrastructure for microgrid site communications.
• Field implementation, commissioning, and troubleshooting of new microgrid sites.

Skills

AC power

Electrical background

Troubleshooting

Analytical thinking

Self-motivated

Team player

Driver's license

MN resident

Education

Electrical Eng / CS degree

Tools

Modbus/TCP

DNP3/IP

SEL protocol

IEC 61131-3

Linux basics

Automation programming

Job description

Open Access Technology International, Inc. (OATI) in Minnesota seeks a Microgrid Controls Engineer to design, program, deploy, and test microgrid systems.

You will work with software teams to develop platforms and configure SEL RTACs for ancillary functions, while supporting field deployments and site commissioning. Qualifications include a degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science (or equivalent), plus experience with AC power, automation, and coding.