Controls Engineer

Description: EPC Power is looking for a Controls Engineer to join our growing engineering team. You will design and implement control algorithms for grid-tied power conversion systems — from concept through deployment. Working closely with hardware, firmware, and systems engineers, you will develop the control strategies that make our inverters fast, reliable, and grid-compliant. Requirements: Responsibilities Design, develop, and validate control algorithms for grid-tied inverter systems, including grid-following and grid-forming topologies Implement real-time control algorithms on embedded platforms (DSP, FPGA) Develop and maintain simulation models (MATLAB/Simulink or similar) for controls development and validation Support Typhoon hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) testing Collaborate with hardware engineers on system-level design, including protection schemes and fault handling Participate in design reviews, validation testing, and field commissioning activities Document control designs, test procedures, and results to support product development processes Troubleshoot and resolve control performance issues in the lab and field Qualifications Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls Engineering, or related field 5+ years of experience in controls engineering in the power electronics industry Strong background in grid-tied inverter control strategies (grid-following, grid-forming, current control loops) Experience implementing real-time controls on embedded platforms (DSP, FPGA — e.g., TI C2000, Xilinx) Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for controls modeling and simulation Solid understanding of power electronics fundamentals (AC/DC, DC/AC converters, switching topologies) Experience with grid interconnection standards (IEEE 1547, UL 1741) Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Preferred Experience with grid-forming inverter control and virtual synchronous machine (VSM) implementations Experience with energy storage or BESS applications Knowledge of protection relay coordination and grid fault ride-through (LVRT/HVRT) Benefits 401(k) with company matching Medical, dental, and vision insurance Disability and life insurance Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO) Tuition reimbursement EPC Power is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.