Hardware-in-the-Loop Simulation Engineer

JOB SUMMARY 

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Electrical Engineer with expertise in Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) modeling and simulation using OPAL-RT. The HIL Simulation Engineer will develop reusable software and hardware solutions to support multiple Product Lines, ensuring robust and scalable designs. This role requires proficiency in Matlab/Simulink and the ability to collaborate closely with internal design teams to meet Product Line HIL requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong problem-solving skills, a passion for innovation, and experience in creating advanced simulation environments that accelerate product development and validation..

Responsibilities

• Model Development: Develop and maintain detailed electrical models for components and systems using Matlab / Simulink simulation software.
• Simulation and Analysis: Conduct simulations to predict the behavior and performance of electrical systems under various conditions. Analyze results to identify potential issues and optimize designs.
• Hardware-in-the-Loop: Develop and maintain HIL hardware, software, and simulations on an OPAL-RT platform for all of the Vertiv Power Management BU’s product lines (Uninterruptable Power Supplies, Static Transfer Switches, Power Distribution Units, Solid Stat Transformers etc.).
• Design Optimization: Collaborate with design teams to integrate simulation results into the design process. Provide HIL-as-a-Service to the Product Line design teams.
• Validation and Testing: Validate simulation models through experimental testing and correlation with real-world data. Ensure models are accurate and reliable by comparing simulation results with physical prototypes.
• Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including mechanical engineers, software developers, and product managers, to ensure seamless integration of electrical systems. Communicate findings and recommendations effectively to stakeholders.
• Customer Focus: Work directly with customers and their engineering team to solve problems through accurate models of the customer’s facility. 
• Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of models, simulation procedures, and results. Prepare technical reports and presentations for upper management and project teams.
• Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest advancements in modeling and simulation technologies and tools. Implement new tools and techniques to improve simulation accuracy and efficiency.
• Specialized Expertise: Apply knowledge of power electronic converters, feedback control algorithms, machine learning techniques, software-in-the-loop (SIL), hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) to optimize the design and prepare the design for handoff to development teams.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering; PhD Degree accepted
• 1 plus years related experience 
• Good understanding of 3-phase power systems.
• Good understanding of power electronic converters (rectifiers, inverters, dc/dc converters).
• Proficiency with Matlab / Simulink.
• Experience with HIL tools such as OPAL-RT.
• Experience with PSCAD, PSSE and/or other electrical modeling and simulation tools preferred.
• Capable of developing control algorithms in C/C++.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills including troubleshooting both circuit boards, wiring, sensors, and firmware.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work with unclear requirements when faced with a first-of-kind task or problem.

ACCOUNTABILITIES: 

• Plan and manage daily, weekly, monthly work.
• Present results to leadership and to customers.
• Meet goals and objectives as outlined by business leaders.