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INTL - Sr. Electrical Power Systems Research Engineer

Insight Global

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Location
Niskayuna, NY
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Master's degree

Job overview

Insight Global is hiring an INTL - Sr. Electrical Power Systems Research Engineer. Insight Global is seeking a Senior Electrical Power Systems Engineer to lead next-generation electrical and grid technologies. This role involves advancing electrification, renewables, and power generation, requiring deep power systems expertise and hands-on lab and field implementation experience. The ideal candidate will lead complex R&D programs from concept to product introduction, partnering with stakeholders to shape technology roadmaps and drive innovation in energy transition.

Key focus areas include Lead and contribute to research and development programs, Partner with engineering, product, and service leaders to identify technology needs, and Identify disruptive technology trends with strong potential business impact.

Successful candidates bring Doctorate In Electrical Engineering Or Master’s In Electrical Engineering, 8+ Years Deploying Electrical Systems, and Experience Leading Technical Teams. Important skills include Electrical Power Systems Expertise, Power System Operation, Power System Control, Power System Protection, Dispatch, and Performance Optimization.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Electrical Power Systems ExpertisePower System OperationPower System ControlPower System ProtectionDispatchPerformance OptimizationAncillary ServicesReal-Time Market OperationsForecastingPlanningDynamicsTransientsFaultsArc FlashHarmonicsBalance of PlantGeneratorsExcitation SystemsLab-Scale DevelopmentTestingValidationPSCADMATLAB/SimulinkDigSilentPythonC++Visual StudioScaling Lab-Developed Technologies to Field ImplementationWriting R&D ProposalsTaking Idea From Concept Through Product IntroductionInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsInfluenceFacilitationNegotiationStakeholder ManagementIndustrial Electrical SystemsModelingSimulationCodingHardware DevelopmentPower System FundamentalsUnderstanding and Connecting Multiple Technology DomainsTechnical Problem-SolvingStrategic Problem-SolvingProgram Management Problem-SolvingManaging Risk and AmbiguityPeer-Reviewed Publication RecordConference Presentation RecordFamiliarity With GE Vernova Businesses

Qualifications

Doctorate in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, or Related Field10+ Years of Experience With Doctorate Degree14+ Years of Experience With Master's Degree8+ Years Deploying Electrical Systems Into Business and/or Production EnvironmentsExperience Leading Technical TeamsExperience Delivering Large-Scale ProjectsExperience Leading and Contributing to Large R&D ProgramsExperience Leading Multidisciplinary Programs

Full job description

Job Description

Insight Global is seeking a Senior Engineer – Power Systems for a leading energy innovation organization. This candidate will lead high-impact research and product development efforts around grid modernization, power systems optimization, and energy transition technologies while influencing long-term technology strategy and business roadmaps.

Day-to-Day:

Lead strategic research programs and electrical technology roadmaps

Partner with internal executives, business leaders, universities, and external collaborators

Develop disruptive technologies from concept to product introduction

Drive technology demonstrations and innovation initiatives

Provide technical leadership across electrification, renewables, and power businesses

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/Power Systems with 10+ years of experience OR Master's degree with 14+ years of experience

8+ years leading technical teams and deploying electrical systems into production environments

Deep expertise in power system operations, controls, protection, optimization, markets, planning, and dynamics

Experience with PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, DigSilent, Python, and C+Proven experience taking technologies from concept through commercialization Cross-functional leadership experience

Industrial electrical systems background

AI/ML, cybersecurity, power electronics, or electrical machine knowledge

Strong publication and conference presentation history

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