Intersect · 2 weeks ago
Software Engineer, Microgrid Controls Developer
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$185K/yr - $195K/yr
3+ years expIntersect is a company focused on accelerating the clean energy transition through innovative microgrid solutions. They are seeking a Software Engineer to design and deploy high-performance controls software for microgrid systems, ensuring compliance and system validation while collaborating with various teams.
EnergyEnergy StorageRenewable EnergySolar
Responsibilities
Design and implement algorithms for real-time control of microgrid components
Collaborate with partner teams and equipment suppliers
Translate system requirements and specifications into efficient, safe, and maintainable embedded controls code
Define and execute validation procedures to ensure controller compliance with utility interconnection agreements and ancillary market requirements when grid-connected
Support controller verification through simulation, testing, and field validation
Set up and maintain code repositories, build tools, and CI/CD workflows
Implement unit tests integration tests, and hardware abstraction layers to support scalable development
Contribute to clear documentation of software behavior, interfaces, and design assumptions
Participate in code reviews to improve reliability, safety, and overall software quality
Support debugging of unexpected controller behavior before and after deployment, including field data analysis and log review
Qualification
Required
B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
3–6+ years of experience in real-time or embedded software development, industrial controls, or SCADA/automation environments
Proficiency in industrial control and embedded languages such as C++, IEC 61131-3 Structured Text, SEL RTAC logic, CODESYS, Lua, Rust, or C
Experience controlling generation assets and power equipment using industrial protocols such as Modbus or DNP3
Familiarity with simulation tools such as Simulink or Modelica
Experience with modern development practices including version control, automated testing, and validation pipelines
A collaborative work style and the ability to translate cross-functional requirements into reliable real-time control software
Attention to detail, strong documentation habits, and a mindset focused on safety and long-term system performance
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 and family care support through Carrot and Maven
Free access to Spring Health, including 5 free therapy and 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 and internet
Pet insurance allowance
Full home office setup
Free access to UrbanSitter with $625 in quarterly company-paid credits
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Intersect
We focus on the co-location of industrial demand with dedicated hybrid-power generation.
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
Recent News
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