Tesla · 2 months ago
Residential System Controls Engineer, Energy Products
Palo Alto, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$112K/yr - $234K/yr
2+ years expTesla is a company focused on bringing battery and solar technology to the grid to create a renewable energy ecosystem. The System Controls Engineer will ensure optimal performance of Tesla’s Powerwall and other energy products by collaborating with multiple teams and designing system control algorithms.
AutomotiveElectric VehicleEnergyManufacturingRenewable EnergyTransportation
Responsibilities
Model and design system level control algorithms to manage power and energy flow of Tesla’s Powerwall systems
Manage algorithms for power converters, loads, vehicle charging, vehicle grid and load interaction (V2X) in compliance with applicable grid standards
Develop control-oriented system models and use them to refine control strategies and drive their implementation
Write system controls requirements for existing and next generations of residential energy products
Prepare technical reports and summaries for stakeholders
Work cross-functionally with product, firmware, system integration, design, and reliability teams
Qualification
Required
Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent, or equivalent experience
2+ years of experience with control system design
Proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink, Python, and C (read)
Have knowledge in linear systems analysis, estimation algorithm design, and controls theory
Demonstrated ability to ground-up design, analyze, and implement control systems in real-world applications
Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and execute on open-ended projects in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment
Preferred
Experience with optimization and optimal control methods and solvers
Familiar with compliance and standards for interconnection of distributed energy resources such as IEEE 1547
Benefits
Aetna PPO and HSA plans > 2 medical plan options with $0 payroll deduction
Family-building, fertility, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans, both have options with a $0 paycheck contribution
Company Paid (Health Savings Account) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High Deductible Aetna medical plan with HSA
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) with employer match, Employee Stock Purchase Plans, and other financial benefits
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions), and Paid Holidays
Back-up childcare and parenting support resources
Voluntary benefits to include: critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident insurance, theft & legal services, and pet insurance
Weight Loss and Tobacco Cessation Programs
Tesla Babies program
Commuter benefits
Employee discounts and perks program
Company
Tesla
Tesla is an electric vehicle and clean energy company that provides electric cars, solar, and renewable energy solutions.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$20.12BKey Investors
Societe GeneraleEuropean UnionPennDOT
2024-10-05Post Ipo Debt· $783M
2023-09-13Grant· $159.6M
2023-08-15Grant· $0.23M
Leadership Team
Vaibhav Taneja
Chief Financial Officer
Tom Zhu
SVP of Automotive
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