Senior Grid Modeling Engineer for Solar & Storage (Remote)

SMA America

United States

Remote

USD 137,000 - 157,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first work schedule
Relocation assistance available
Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

SMA America seeks a Senior Grid Modeling Engineer to lead power system modeling for utility-scale solar, storage, and hybrid projects. You will drive interconnection studies, tool-portfolio management, and cross-functional collaboration with U.S. and global teams.

The role requires deep knowledge of PSS/E, PSCAD/EMTDC, TSAT, and grid-forming inverter concepts, with strong analytical and communication skills. Remote-first work within the continental U.S. is available.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field is required.
  • 5–7 years of experience in utility-scale renewable energy projects.
  • Strong experience developing dynamic and steady-state models with PSS/E, PSCAD/EMTDC, and TSAT.
  • Familiarity with HIL platforms (RTDS, OPAL-RT, Typhoon HIL) is a plus.
  • Excellent English communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as subject-matter expert in modeling utility-scale solar, storage, and hybrid plants.
  • Interpret interconnection requirements across major ISOs and set model configurations.
  • Maintain SMA model portfolio across multiple simulation platforms.
  • Provide technical support and validate dynamic model behavior.
  • Prepare modeling study reports and technical documentation.
  • Collaborate with global teams and participate in industry working groups.

Skills

Power system modeling
PSS/E
PSCAD/EMTDC
TSAT
Python
MATLAB
IEEE/NERC standards
English proficiency
Cross-functional collaboration
HIL experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering
Master’s degree preferred
Doctoral degree advantageous

Tools

PSS/E
PSCAD/EMTDC
TSAT
RTDS/GTSOC
OPAL-RT
Typhoon HIL

Job description

SMA America seeks a Senior Grid Modeling Engineer to lead power system modeling for utility-scale solar, storage, and hybrid projects. You will drive interconnection studies, tool-portfolio management, and cross-functional collaboration with U.S. and global teams.

The role requires deep knowledge of PSS/E, PSCAD/EMTDC, TSAT, and grid-forming inverter concepts, with strong analytical and communication skills. Remote-first work within the continental U.S. is available.

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