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Senior Power Systems Modeling Engineer, Grid Integration

SMA America · Remote

Posted about 3 months ago · $130,000 to $157,000

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Is this posting real?

This role has been open
81 days
SMA America's roles stay open a median of 80 days
Reposted
No
Salary listed
Yes
100% of SMA America's roles list one
Ghost-job risk at SMA America
high
18 stale, 3 reposted of 18 open
Hiring momentum
33 roles opened in the last 90 days
↑ up vs. the prior 90 days
Last confirmed on the employer's board
2026-10-23

Measured from postings appearing on and disappearing from SMA America's own greenhouse board since 2026-08-03. Full hiring picture for SMA America.

About this role

The Senior Power Systems Modeling Engineer role focuses on providing power system modeling and grid integration analysis for SMA's utility-scale photovoltaic and battery energy storage solutions. Daily responsibilities include performing modeling and analysis, interpreting interconnection requirements, maintaining simulation models, and collaborating with both U.S. and global teams to ensure effective project execution and compliance with industry standards.

Our read on this posting3.8out of 5
benefits
4/5
freshness
1/5
career value
4/5
role clarity
5/5
pay transparency
5/5

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What you need

  • Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline from an accredited institution
  • Minimum 3 years of professional experience in the utility-scale renewable energy sector involving photovoltaic or energy storage systems
  • At least 3 years of hands-on experience developing and analyzing dynamic and steady-state models of inverter-based resources using PSS/E and PSCAD/EMTDC
  • Working knowledge of utility-scale PV and BESS plant design, including single-line diagrams, control strategies, and integration considerations
  • Working knowledge of power electronic converters and plant-level integration
  • Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work effectively in a fast-paced environment managing multiple concurrent projects

Nice to have

  • Master's degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline
  • Experience with TSAT modeling tools, particularly in ERCOT and MISO jurisdictions
  • Experience performing power system analyses including SMIB generation modeling, power flow, transient stability, electromagnetic transient, and short-circuit analyses
  • Experience with hardware-in-the-loop platforms such as RTDS/GTSOC, OPAL-RT, or Typhoon HIL
  • Familiarity with Python, ASPEN OneLiner, MATLAB, or similar analytical tools

What you get

  • Base salary range of $130,000 to $157,000 annually, dependent on experience, plus bonus eligibility
  • Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision coverage, including $0 premium options
  • Remote-first work schedule
  • Relocation assistance available on a case by case basis
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Opportunities for professional development and training

Worth weighing

  • No salary listed beyond the range; actual offer may vary based on experience
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship
  • AI-generated application materials will be disqualified
  • Role requires collaboration with international teams, which may involve occasional travel

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Listed by SMA America on their greenhouse job board, last confirmed open on 2026-10-23. PitchMeAI is not the employer.

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