Principal Engineer – Power Converter
$131,700–$131,700 year
On-siteSalem, Virginia, United States
Job Summary
Provide guidance and requirements to the power converter engineering team for new turbine design and fleet support. Analyze converter grid interactions, develop verification and validation plans, and establish the vision for rotating lab capability and grid simulator controls. Own the power converter Design Practice and related component practices, chair design reviews, and lead RCA investigations using the 8D process. Partner with installation and services teams to reduce installation complexity and minimize turbine visits. Mentor junior engineers to build a pipeline of expertise in power conversion and system-level control. This role requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 10+ years of experience in power conversion and grid interconnection. Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S., able to travel up to 10%, and possess strong communication skills to simplify complex issues for stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an accredited college or university
- 10+ years of relevant industry work experience in power conversion and grid interconnection used in LV to MV levels greater than 1MW power base
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time
Desired Qualifications
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to simplify complex issues for broader internal and external stakeholders
- Proven track record of understanding power conversion hardware/controls design and grid integration of related systems
- Self-starter with ability to motivate and provide positive and candid reinforcement to team
- Experience leading RCAs (i.e. 8D process)
- Experience applying Lean principles to solving technical challenges
- Knowledge of wind turbines, systems and/or components including grid integration
- Ability to develop strategic vision and follow through
- Demonstrated clear thinker with ability to navigate complex and high-pressure situations
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