Principal Engineer, Generator Modeling

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The AES Clean Energy (ACE) team is seeking a dynamic and passionate Principal

Generator Modeling Engineer

to oversee generator models throughout the project lifecycle for ACE’s rapidly growing renewable portfolio – modeling generators from interconnection study phases, through construction, and through operations. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer that is well-versed in technical engineering aspects that also enjoys leading diverse and dynamic engineers in the renewable energy space.
Exhibit leadership by demonstrating effective training and mentoring of other engineers.
Demonstrated competency to coordinate, prioritize, and plan project tasks using internal and external resources.
Familiarity with steady-state, dynamics, and short circuit data requirements and reporting procedures.
Ability to understand aspects of renewable generation modeling and data inputs required to create acceptable models.
Highly competent at directing outside consultants and monitoring progress.
Demonstrated ability to initiate projects, be self-directed, originate new ideas, and present methods to achieve goals.
Guide engineers on model builds, verifications, data gathering, and analysis. Ensure the team’s generator model builds are in line with Transmission Planner and Planning Coordinator expectations.
Supervise engineer’s gathering of data required for model builds from varying sources including manufacturers, contractors, and external consultants with minimal supervision.
Supervise engineer’s generator models with substation schematics, inverter/turbine settings, power plant controller behavior, and generator properties.
Coordinate responses to Transmission Planner/Planning Coordinator modeling requests and concerns.
Oversee model validation field tests for MOD-026-2 verifications.
Guide projects under development for compliance with technical MOD standards (MOD-032 and MOD-026-2) and PRC-029 ride-through requirements.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering
~ Personal values consistent with those of the AES Corporation: 8-10+ years of experience with modeling software (PSSE and/or PSLF). Demonstrated leadership and project management experience
~ Experience training and overseeing engineers developing and reviewing models/studies.
~ Excellent understanding of inverter-based technology operations and inverter settings.
~ Proficient at reading substation and PPC control schematics and understanding of inverter/turbine settings.
~ Able to review complex analysis and can develop formal documentation, technical reports, and presentations.
~ Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks.
~ Ability to successfully work remotely and independently, away from an office environment or direct supervision, for extended periods of time.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave). If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.Apply by clicking the application link below and submitting your information.