Microgrid Controls Engineer

The AES Corporation

. Design and implement microgrid control solutions integrating natural-gas generators, CCGT or SCGT assets, BESS, solar PV, utility service, switchgear, and site loads .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $145,000 - $181,050 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing microgrid control solutions, including programming automation controllers and integrating industrial communications. Proficient in developing control philosophies and executing factory acceptance testing within power-distribution controls and industrial automation.

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Microgrid Control SolutionsAutomation Controllers ProgrammingIndustrial Communications ProtocolsSCADA Systems ExperienceElectrical Engineering Degree

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Hard Skills

Ladder Logic ProgrammingStructured Text ProgrammingFunction Block DiagramsCODESYSControl System DesignFactory Acceptance TestingTroubleshooting ControlsControl Drawings PreparationBESS IntegrationPower Monitoring Systems

Soft Skills

Clear Technical CommunicationCollaboration with Stakeholders

Tools & Technologies

HMIsSCADA PlatformsData ConcentratorsModbusDNP3IEC 61850

Certifications & Qualifications

Professional Engineer Licensure

Industry Keywords

Power-Distribution ControlsIndustrial AutomationMicrogridsDistributed Energy ResourcesNatural-Gas GeneratorsElectrical Distribution Equipment

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and implement microgrid control solutions integrating natural-gas generators, CCGT or SCGT assets, BESS, solar PV, utility service, switchgear, and site loads
Develop, modify, test, and deploy software for automation controllers, PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, and data concentrators
Develop control philosophies, sequences of operation, functional descriptions, state diagrams, alarm strategies, operating modes, and test procedures
Program controls using ladder logic, structured text, function block diagrams, and CODESYS-compatible environments
Implement grid-connected operation, islanding, resynchronization, load shedding, generator dispatch, BESS charge and discharge, black start, and transition management
Review specifications and translate requirements into executable control designs
Select control-system components and prepare bills of materials, technical specifications, and project submittals
Provide sketches, markups, I/O requirements, network architecture, and technical direction to electrical designers and engineering partners
Review equipment submittals and coordinate control and communications interfaces
Configure and integrate industrial communications using Modbus, DNP3, and IEC 61850
Coordinate protection relays, power monitoring systems, automation controllers, SCADA, HMIs, plant controls, and industrial networks
Participate in design reviews and customer meetings
Prepare and execute factory acceptance testing, integrated system testing, site acceptance testing, field startup, and commissioning procedures
Troubleshoot software, communications, controls, network, protection, and equipment-integration issues
Coordinate with project, engineering, operations, cybersecurity, OEM, and external vendor teams
Maintain software configuration, backups, source files, test records, redlines, as-built documentation, and turnover materials

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, computer engineering, or a related field
Typically 4 to 8 years of experience in power-distribution controls, industrial automation, microgrids, SCADA, power-system control applications, or a related field
Understanding of electric power systems, microgrid operations, distributed energy resources, natural-gas generators, BESS, and solar PV
Experience programming automation controllers or PLCs using ladder logic, structured text, function block diagrams, or CODESYS is preferred
Knowledge of low- and medium-voltage switchgear, protection relays, power monitoring, control systems, and electrical distribution equipment
Knowledge of industrial communications protocols such as Modbus, DNP3, and IEC 61850
Experience with HMIs, SCADA platforms, industrial networks, data concentrators, and multifunction protection-relay controls
Experience with Ignition Perspective or comparable HMI and SCADA platforms is preferred
Experience preparing sequences of operation, control drawings, submittals, test procedures, and bills of materials
Field experience with electrical distribution systems, factory testing, startup, commissioning, troubleshooting, and electrical safe-work practices
Ability to communicate technical topics clearly to internal teams, customers, vendors, and other stakeholders
Professional Engineer licensure is preferred
E-Verify work authorization verification through the employee’s I-9

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus
Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Life insurance
401(k) eligibility
Paid time off, including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave