Senior Engineer R&D Controls

FTI; Menasha (WI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Faith Technologies Inc. (FTI) seeks a Senior Controls Engineer for its R&D Product Engineering team in Menasha, WI.

You will develop control systems for electrical, thermal, and mechanical subsystems used in distributed energy resources and power distribution, collaborating with SMEs to create accurate models and optimization algorithms. With 5+ years in controls design and simulations, you will work in a physics-based modeling environment using Matlab/Simulink, HIL, MIL, and SIL testing, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical engineering or equivalent.
• Advanced degree in electrical or mechanical engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop control system design, implementation, and validation for new technology and product development.
• Develop proof-of-concept controls algorithms to support architecture trade studies and provide functional recommendations to software teams.
• Collaborate with component and domain subject matter experts to translate requirements into controls, optimization, and diagnostics algorithms.
• Develop and/or integrate physics-based modeling and simulation environment for electrical, thermal, and mechanical systems for distributed energy resources and power distribution.
• Use simulation platforms to optimize and validate controls software design and overall system performance.
• Conduct control system architecture trade studies and optimization for max performance.
• Utilize DOE, optimization methods, and data-driven modeling/analysis tools.
• Document and communicate interface definitions and performance requirements for controls hardware and communication networks.
• Lead the development and implementation of Model-in-the-loop and Hardware-in-the-loop processes for controls development and verification within R&D projects.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Skills

Python

C++

Matlab/Simulink

HIL/MIL/SIL

Model-based design

dSpace

Speedgoat

NI hardware

SCADA

PLC programming

CI/CD

Git

Renewable energy

Power distribution

Battery energy storage

Simscape

GT Suite

Simcenter Amesim

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering

Advanced degree in Electrical/Mechanical engineering preferred

Tools

Git

Simulink

MATLAB

dSpace

Job description

You’ve discovered something special. A company that cares. Cares about leading the way in construction, engineering, manufacturing and renewable energy. Cares about redefining how energy is designed, applied and consumed. Cares about thoughtfully growing to meet market demands. And - as "one of the Healthiest 100 Workplaces in America" - is focused on the mind/body/soul of team members through our Culture of Care.

Faith Technologies Inc. (FTI) is currently seeking a Senior Controls Engineer in the R&D Group to join our Product Engineering team in Menasha, WI.

As a Senior Controls Engineer in the R&D group, you will be responsible for developing control systems in a physics-based modeling and simulation environment for electrical, thermal, and mechanical systems used in distributed energy resources and power distribution. Collaborating with subject matter experts, product strategy teams, and systems engineers, you will create accurate and efficient control systems, optimization, and analytics algorithms to support technologies and products development within the Product Engineering organization. You will play a key role in driving innovation and performance improvements in distributed energy and power distribution systems.

Our Product Engineering Team sits at the intersection of innovation and execution, transforming ideas into real-world products and solutions for Excellerate Products(tm), a division of Faith Technologies Incorporated (FTI). From early concept through full-scale production, our engineers design Data Center power distribution products, Electric Vehicle charging skids, switchboards and more! With a strong focus on quality, manufacturability, and customer outcomes, we ensure every product is engineered to perform in the real world-safely, reliably, and at scale.

To learn more about our products and services, visit our website: Excellerate Products - Smarter Power Solutions - FTI.

Minimum Requirements

Education: Bachelor’s degree in electrical, mechanical engineering, or equivalent. Advanced degree in electrical or mechanical engineering with demonstrated background in controls theory preferred.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in controls systems design and systems simulation

• Experience with Python, C++, or similar environments for development of optimization tools and controls logic
• Experience with model-based controls development processes (Matlab, Simulink, Stateflow)
• Proficient in hardware-in-the-loop (HIL), model-in-loop (MIL), and software-in-the-loop (SIL) simulation platforms, including the integration of plant and controls models
• Experience with HIL platforms including dSpace, speedgoat, NI, or others for testing of controls systems
• Experience or familiarity with control system design, PLCs, or SCADA systems for microgrids
• Familiarity with implementation of automated continuous integration and deployment processes for software releases
• Strong understanding of renewable energy systems including solar, wind, power conversion, and battery energy storage systems.
• Knowledge of power distribution concepts including uninterrupted power supply and power converters
• Knowledge of multi-physics modeling software such as Simscape, Simcenter Amesim, GT Suite, or similar
• Experience with management systems for battery energy storage, control of thermal management systems, optimization algorithms for energy management systems
• Experience using version control for software, modeling and simulation including Git or other similar tools
• Strong understanding of related regulatory frameworks and industry standards related to the relevant energy technologies: Microgrid, Power generation, and Energy storage preferred

Travel: 5-15%

Work Schedule: This position works between the hours of 7 AM and 5 PM, Monday- Friday. Works a sufficient schedule to meet the expectations of the role.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop control system design, implementation, and validation for new technology and product development
• Develop proof-of-concept controls algorithms to support architecture trade studies and provide functional recommendations to software teams Collaborate with component and domain subject matter experts to translate functional requirements into controls, optimization, and diagnostics algorithms
• Develop and/or integrate physics-based modeling and simulation environment for a variety of electrical, thermal, and mechanical systems for distributed energy resources and power distribution
• Use simulation platforms to optimize and validate controls software design and overall system performance
• Conduct control system architecture trade studies and optimization to ensure maximized performance
• Utilize DOE, optimization methods, and data driven modeling and analysis tools
• Document, and communicate interface definitions and performance requirements for controls hardware and communication networks
• Lead the development and implementation of Model-in-the-loop and Hardware-in-the-loop processes for controls development and verification within R&D projects
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

The job description and responsibilities described are intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time other than the TN1 Visa (Canadian).

How Does FTI Give YOU the Chance to Thrive?

If you’re energized by new challenges, FTI provides you with many opportunities. Joining FTI opens doors to redefine what’s possible for your future.

Once you’re a team member, you’re supported and provided with the knowledge and resources to achieve your career goals with FTI. You’re officially in the driver’s seat of your career, and FTI’s career development and continued education programs give you opportunities to position yourself for success.

Benefits Are The Game-Changer

We provide industry-leading benefits as an investment in the lives of team members and their families. You’re invited to review the full list of FTI benefits available to regular/full-time team members. Start here. Grow here. Succeed here. If you’re ready to learn more about your career with FTI,

Faith Technologies, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - veterans/disabled.

Employment is contingent upon successfully passing a background and drug test