Eaton’s ES AMER ESS division is currently seeking a HIL Developer - Microgrid & DER Control Platforms. The expected annual salary range for this role is $83250.0 - $122100.0 a year. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. **What you’ll do:** In this position you will: + Design and develop Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) testing environments for microgrid and Distributed Energy Resource (DER) control platforms using RTDS + Integrate and validate embedded control systems with simulated power networks utilizing advanced HIL technologies + Collaborate effectively with software, hardware, and systems engineering teams to ensure accurate emulation of real-world operational conditions + Develop comprehensive test plans, configure HIL test benches, and implement automated testing procedures + Analyze test results, identify anomalies, and support root cause analysis and resolution initiatives + Thoroughly document processes, configurations, and outcomes to ensure full traceability and compliance with regulatory standards + Contribute to the ongoing improvement of HIL testing methodologies and supporting infrastructure + Maintain robust and consistent HIL test coverage across all critical control functions + Facilitate early identification and resolution of integration issues prior to field deployment + Uphold stringent documentation standards to ensure complete traceability of all testing activities + Foster strong collaboration between engineering and quality assurance teams **What will make you successful?** • Experience using HIL platforms, including RTDS, Typhoon HIL, or OPAL-RT • Proficiency in programming languages and tools such as Python, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar scripting and modeling applications • Knowledge of power systems, distributed energy resources (DERs), and microgrid control logic • Familiarity with industrial communication protocols, such as Modbus, DNP3, and IEC 61850 • Analytical and debugging skills • Communication and documentation abilities **Qualifications:** **Basic Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a related field, with 3+ years of experience in embedded systems or control systems testing, or a Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline. + Minimum 2 years’ experience with HIL testing tools and real-time simulation environments for microgrids (such as RTDS, Typhoon HIL, OPAL-RT) + Minimum 2 years’ experience configuring and troubleshooting microgrid controls and communications in simulated environments. + Minimum 2 years’ experience standard power systems drawings, including single line diagrams and ladder diagrams. + Minimum 2 years’ experience in automating tests and analyzing HIL results to validate system performance. + Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship orsupport for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, orSTEM OPT plans, F-1 to H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, I-485job portability, etc. + No relocation is being offered for this position. Candidate must reside within a 50-mile radius of location listed in job description to be considered. Active-duty military candidates are exempt from this requirement. **Preferred Qualifications** + Prior experience with HIL, CHIL, and PHIL simulation of microgrids and DERs using RTDS + Working knowledge of PLCs, Relays, Communication Gateways, Automatic transfer switches, primary and secondary DER Controllers, and other commonly used controllers in microgrids + Understanding of Power Amplifiers and related calculations + Ability to develop and execute test cases for scenarios like islanding detection and black start + Familiarity with microgrid and DER standards from IEEE, NEC, and other relevant standards associations + Knowledge of test automation frameworks and CI/CD integration + Familiarity with cybersecurity standards for control systems + Ability to work in an agile development environment + Demonstrated experience with scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB for test automation and data analysis \#LI-CM1 We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. 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