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Job Title: Power Electronics/Inverter Engineer - SME
Location: Remote (Travel to Juno Beach, FL)
Duration: 12 Months
Summary:
Seeking a skilled Power Electronics/Inverter Engineer SME to lead testing, commissioning, and integration of utility-scale solar and BESS inverter projects. The role executes FIT/SAT procedures, manages grid compliance testing, troubleshoots advanced control logic, and ensures regulatory standards for large renewable projects.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead FIT and SAT for utility-scale inverters (1MW+), ensuring deployment validation
- Commission inverter control systems and power electronics; manage startup and energization
- Diagnose faults using OEM software and advanced diagnostics support remote connectivity
- Manage PPA, LGIA, and OEM testing processes for grid compliance and COD
- Develop comprehensive test plans, validate safety/protocols, and document technical results
- Review schematics, drawings, and optimize inverter parameter models
- Collaborate with SCADA, EMS, and communication teams on protocols and integration
- Support remote monitoring, access, cybersecurity, and warranty management
- Coordinate with contractors, OEMs, utilities, and internal stakeholders
Qualifications:
- Bachelor s in Electrical Engineering or Power Systems Engineering
- 1+ years experience with utility-scale power electronics/inverter systems
- Advanced knowledge of inverter functions (volt-var, grid forming, frequency response)
- Expertise in SCADA, EMS, ICCP/TASE.2, RTU, and automation protocols (Modbus, DNP3, CAN, OPC, EtherNet/IP)
- Experience in commissioning, diagnostics, drawing review, and stakeholder management
- NERC CIP cybersecurity awareness, analytical and communication skills
Keywords: Power Electronics Engineer, Inverter Engineer, SCADA Engineer, Controls Engineer, Battery Energy Storage, BESS, Utility Scale, Solar, Factory Integration Testing, FIT, Site Acceptance Testing, SAT, Commissioning, Diagnostics, Troubleshooting, Inverter Startup, Grid Compliance, PPA, LGIA, OEM Testing, Performance Validation, Safety Verification, Schematics, Electrical Drawings, Parameter Modeling, ICS, SCADA, EMS, ICCP, TASE.2, RTU, Modbus, DNP3, CAN, OPC, EtherNet/IP, Automation Protocols, Remote Monitoring, Cybersecurity, NERC CIP, Documentation, Stakeholder Management, Test Plans, Technical Reporting, Warranty Management, Scheduling, Project Management, OEM Software
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