INTL - Research Engineer, Electrical Systems
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Insight Global is hiring an INTL - Lead Power Electronics Research Engineer. Insight Global is seeking a Lead Power Electronics Research Engineer for a top energy technology client. This role involves advancing next-generation electrification, renewable energy, and power generation technologies. The engineer will lead research efforts in power electronics, grid integration, advanced controls, and electrical system design, developing simulation models, designing hardware, and implementing control algorithms. This is an opportunity for a technical engineer to solve complex challenges and contribute to a sustainable energy future.
Key focus areas include Conduct research in power electronics, including modeling, simulation, design, and testing, Simulate and analyze power converters, transformers, filters, grid systems, and electromechanical systems, and Develop control, monitoring, and diagnostic algorithms for power conversion systems.
Successful candidates bring PhD In Power Electronics Or Master's, Advanced Technology Development Experience, and Strong Expertise In Simulation And Analysis. Important skills include Power Electronics, Advanced Controls, Electrical System Design, Simulation Models, Power Conversion Hardware Design, and Power Conversion Hardware Testing.
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Job Description
Insight Global is seeking a Research Engineer – Electrical Systems for a top energy technology client. This candidate will support advanced R&D initiatives focused on electrification, renewable energy, microgrids, and next-generation power systems. The ideal candidate will leverage deep expertise in simulation, modeling, optimization, and hardware development to drive innovative solutions that improve grid reliability, sustainability, and energy efficiency while collaborating closely with multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Day-to-Day:
Conduct power system research, modeling, simulation, and testing
Analyze renewable, conventional, and electromechanical power systems
Develop algorithms for power system optimization, scheduling, and dispatch
Design and implement advanced electrical controls in hardware
Collaborate with product engineering and research teams on technical programs
Manage project execution, timelines, risks, and deliverables
Present research findings to business leaders and technical conferences
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to [email protected] learn more about how we collect, keep, and process your private information, please review Insight Global's Workforce Privacy Policy: https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/.
Skills and Requirements
PhD in Electrical Engineering (or related field) with 1+ year of experience OR Master's degree with 4+ years of industry experience
Expertise in power system operation, simulation, analysis, dynamics, transients, protection, and stability
Understanding of grid energy management systems and optimization
Hands-on hardware design and power systems laboratory experience
Experience with PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, DigSilent, or similar modeling tools
Strong communication, presentation, and collaboration skills Power system optimization and generation dispatch experience
Python, C++, and Visual Studio experience
Signal processing knowledge
AI/ML applications within power systems
Established project management capabilities
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