Residential System Controls Engineer, Energy Products

Description:
The Tesla Energy Products team is bringing battery and solar technology to the grid to facilitate a renewable energy ecosystem and redefine the way the world will use energy in the future. As part of the Controls Modeling team, you are the System Controls Engineer that ensures optimal performance of Tesla’s Powerwall, Solar, Charging, V2X and home ecosystem. This role involves collaboration with multiple teams, including engineering, firmware, integration, validation, pilot testing, and field performance. It also requires the ability to apply engineering fundamentals to the design and implementation of system control algorithms that are at the core of Tesla’s success. Our team is small, committed, fast-moving, and we believe a diverse team of motivated individuals can accomplish almost anything. We are problem solvers, team players and game changers. If this sounds like you, Tesla just might be the place to make your mark.

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

Requirements:
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
Preferred: Experience with optimization and optimal control methods and solvers
Preferred: Familiar with compliance and standards for interconnection of distributed energy resources such as IEEE 1547
Exceptional analytical problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to collaborate cross-functionally and execute on open-ended projects in a fast-paced, resource-constrained environment

Compensation & Benefits:
Benefits

Along with competitive pay, as a full-time Tesla employee, you are eligible for the following benefits at day 1 of hire:
Medical plans > 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 Accounts) HSA Contribution when enrolled in the High-Deductible 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 (90 day waiting period)
Employee Assistance Program
Sick and Vacation time (Flex time for salary positions, Accrued hours for Hourly 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

Expected Compensation
$128,000 - $264,000/annual salary + cash and stock awards + benefitsPay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment.