Intersect · 3 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Microgrid Controls Manager
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$185K/yr - $195K/yr
8+ years expIntersect is a flexible workplace focused on fostering social connections and shared experiences. They are seeking a Microgrid Controls Manager to lead the development of control systems for large-scale microgrids, ensuring safety, reliability, and performance while mentoring a team of engineers.
EnergyEnergy StorageRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Lead and develop the Controls Engineering Team
Lead, mentor, and grow a team of controls engineers and software developers
Responsible for microgrid control code and documentation
Set clear technical direction, review designs and code, and support career development across the team
Establish and enforce development best practices including version control, pull requests, coding standards, and unit testing
Own Microgrid Controls Architecture and Roadmap
Define the technical approach and long-term roadmap for the supervisory microgrid controller, equipment control interfaces, and SCADA integration
Translate system-level requirements into scalable, maintainable control software architectures
Partner with internal teams to align controls strategy with system performance, reliability, and operational goals
Enable Equipment Integration and Grid Compliance
Coordinate with equipment suppliers across PV, wind, battery storage, and thermal generation to define control interfaces and qualification requirements
Define and tune key parameters such as droop control, dispatch logic, and ride-through behavior
Ensure grid-connected operation complies with utility interconnection agreements and applicable ancillary market requirements
Validate, Test, and Improve System Performance
Lead validation planning across Software-in-the-Loop (SIL), Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL), vendor testing, and site-level validation
Oversee modeling and analysis of economic tradeoffs including fuel efficiency, cycling, curtailment, and interconnection constraints
Assist with post-event root cause analysis, reviewing telemetry and event logs to improve reliability and performance
Support Operations and Continuous Improvement
Partner with operations teams to diagnose unexpected control behavior and drive timely resolution
Document issues clearly and coordinate corrective actions across internal and external stakeholders
Use operational learnings to continuously improve control strategies and development processes
Qualification
Required
8–12+ years of experience in real-time controls, power systems, or microgrid / DER controls
3–5+ years of experience leading engineering teams or serving in a technical management role
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
Strong background in real-time control systems for power or industrial applications
Experience with microgrids and distributed energy resources
Fluency in software lifecycle management, quality assurance practices, and disciplined development workflows
Hands-on experience with industrial or embedded control languages such as C++, IEC 61131-3 Structured Text, SEL RTAC logic, CODESYS, Lua, Rust, or C
Familiarity with cybersecurity requirements and standard protective measures for control systems
Knowledge of utility grid interconnection and market requirements, particularly ERCOT
A collaborative, systems-oriented mindset that will help you succeed in cross-functional, fast-moving environments
Preferred
Commissioning SCADA systems experience is a plus
Benefits
100% premium coverage for you and your dependents on medical, dental, and vision
Unlimited PTO, plus two company-wide breaks (Fourth of July & end of year)
Up to 12 weeks of fully paid parental leave, plus 6 additional weeks for birth parents; access to family planning support via Carrot and Maven
Free access to Spring Health which includes 5 free Therapy & psychiatry sessions, plus a Headspace account for mindfulness and meditation through our physical health vendor, Wellhub+
$150 monthly food stipend
$150 monthly reimbursement for cell phone/ internet
Pet insurance allowance
Full home office setup
Free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly paid company credits
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Intersect
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201-500 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
$8.95BKey Investors
Santander CIBTPGHPS Investment Partners
2025-12-22Acquired
2024-12-10Private Equity· $800M
2024-07-17Debt Financing· $837M
Leadership Team
Sheldon Kimber
CEO, Founder
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