Lead Modeling & Simulation Engineer Power & Energy Systems

Location: Menasha WI (Appleton / Fox Valley Area)
Employment Type: Direct Hire Full-Time
Work Arrangement: Hybrid 3 Days Onsite / 2 Days Remote
Travel: Approximately 510%

Are you an experienced Modeling & Simulation Engineer ready to take the next step in your career Were seeking a Lead Modeling & Simulation Engineer to drive the development of advanced simulation technologies supporting next-generation power distribution renewable energy and energy storage systems.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing innovation-focused Product Engineering and R&D organization developing advanced solutions for the evolving energy industry.

In this highly technical leadership role youll combine hands-on engineering expertise with the opportunity to lead a team of simulation engineers influence product architecture and help shape the future of distributed energy technologies.

If you have a strong background in MATLAB/Simulink multi-physics modeling power electronics and hardware-in-the-loop (HIL) simulation this could be an excellent next step in your career.

Advanced Modeling & Simulation

• Lead the development of sophisticated physics-based simulation environments for electrical thermal and mechanical systems.
• Develop and optimize models supporting distributed energy resources renewable power generation energy storage and electrical power distribution.
• Create scalable modular component models with varying levels of simulation fidelity.
• Integrate electrical mechanical thermal and control system models to evaluate overall system performance.

Product Development & Innovation

• Perform system architecture trade studies performance evaluations and optimization to guide product design decisions.
• Evaluate technical performance efficiency cost weight and system requirements to identify optimal engineering solutions.
• Develop proof-of-concept control algorithms and provide technical recommendations to embedded software and controls engineering teams.
• Apply Design of Experiments (DOE) optimization techniques and data-driven analytical methods to improve system performance.
• Support technoeconomic analysis by integrating component costs operating characteristics and system-level performance into simulation models.

Simulation Testing & Validation

• Develop and utilize Model-in-the-Loop (MIL) Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) and Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) simulation environments.
• Integrate plant and control models to support testing verification and validation of controls software.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering teams to validate models against actual system performance.
• Establish modeling and simulation methodologies that improve development efficiency accuracy and product reliability.

Technical Leadership

• Lead mentor and guide a team of simulation engineers.
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert across product engineering systems engineering and R&D.
• Collaborate with engineering leadership and product strategy teams to define simulation requirements and development priorities.
• Drive continuous improvement in modeling tools methodologies and engineering best practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline.
• 8 years of professional experience in systems modeling simulation or related engineering disciplines.
• Strong proficiency with MATLAB/Simulink or comparable time-domain simulation platforms.
• Experience with multi-physics modeling tools such as Simscape Siemens Simcenter Amesim GT-SUITE or equivalent software.
• Hands-on experience developing or integrating MIL SIL and HIL simulation environments.
• Experience with HIL testing platforms such as dSPACE Speedgoat National Instruments or OPAL-RT.
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems power conversion renewable energy and battery energy storage systems (BESS).
• Knowledge of power distribution equipment and technologies including UPS systems converters switchboards and power electronics.
• Familiarity with thermal management systems including battery cooling HVAC systems and liquid cooling technologies.
• Proven ability to translate real-world engineering challenges into accurate complex simulation models.
• Experience developing modular and scalable simulation models for complex systems.
• Strong analytical problem-solving communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.

• Masters or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience with microgrids distributed energy resources (DER) energy storage systems or advanced power conversion technologies.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements for power generation microgrids and energy storage.
• Programming experience with Python C or similar languages.
• Experience with model-based controls development and optimization algorithms.
• Familiarity with machine learning data-driven modeling or predictive analytics.
• Experience integrating technoeconomic analysis with system-level modeling and simulation.
• Background developing MIL SIL or HIL testing frameworks for controls software validation.
• Experience with Git or other version-control tools used in collaborative engineering development.
• Previous experience providing technical leadership or mentoring simulation engineers.

Work on Meaningful Technology
Play a key role in developing advanced technologies supporting renewable energy integration battery storage power conversion and next-generation electrical distribution systems.

High-Impact Technical Leadership
Influence product architecture simulation strategy and engineering decisions while leading and mentoring other technical professionals.

Innovation-Focused R&D Environment
Work alongside talented engineers and subject matter experts on complex engineering challenges from early-stage concepts through product development and validation.

Career Development & Advancement
Join an organization that values technical expertise innovation professional development and long-term career growth.

Hybrid Work Flexibility
Enjoy a hybrid schedule with three days onsite in Menasha Wisconsin and two days working remotely.

Competitive Compensation & Benefits
A comprehensive benefits package competitive compensation and professional growth opportunities are available.

Located in Wisconsins thriving Fox Valley region Menasha offers an excellent combination of career opportunity affordability and quality of life.

Just minutes from Appleton and within convenient reach of Green Bay Oshkosh and Milwaukee the area features affordable housing short commutes excellent recreational opportunities and welcoming communities.

Whether youre already in Northeast Wisconsin or considering relocation the Fox Valley offers an attractive place to build both your career and your future.

If youre an experienced simulation engineer with expertise in power systems energy storage multi-physics modeling or model-based controls development wed welcome the opportunity to discuss this position.

Apply today or contact GLOBAL Recruitment Solutions for a confidential conversation.

GLOBAL Recruitment Solutions is conducting this search on behalf of our client. This is a direct-hire opportunity with the hiring organization.