Principal Engineer, Generator Modeling

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The AES Clean Energy (ACE) team is seeking a dynamic and passionate Principal Generator Modeling Engineer to oversee generator models throughout the project lifecycle for ACEs rapidly growing renewable portfolio modeling generators from interconnection study phases through construction and through operations. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer that is well-versed in technical engineering aspects that also enjoys leading diverse and dynamic engineers in the renewable energy space.

Core Competencies:

• Extensive experience modeling generation in PSSE and PSLF. Experience modeling renewable generators is a plus with at least 8 years of modeling experience.
• Experience modeling generation plants in PSCAD
• Exhibit leadership by demonstrating effective training and mentoring of other engineers.
• Demonstrated competency to coordinate prioritize and plan project tasks using internal and external resources.
• Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration to complete tasks and improve workflow efficiency.
• Experience with interconnection study models and interconnection request packages in WECC HECO and ERCOT.
• In-depth knowledge of model validation including ride-through tests stability tests and model verifications.
• Familiarity with steady-state dynamics and short circuit data requirements and reporting procedures.
• Ability to understand aspects of renewable generation modeling and data inputs required to create acceptable models.
• Adept at gathering large amounts of information from varying sources for model builds.
• In-depth understanding of detailed modeling and equivalent modeling and ability to flag unreasonable model values.
• Highly competent at directing outside consultants and monitoring progress.
• Demonstrated ability to initiate projects be self-directed originate new ideas and present methods to achieve goals.
• Skilled at solving complex problems in multiple areas.
• Practiced at working across departments and organizations with varying skill sets among teams.
• Able to work independently and exercise considerable judgment and decision-making.
• Easily manages multiple priorities and deadlines.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepare review and submit generator models for new and existing renewable resources for interconnection request packages as-built model submittals ISO and NERC requirements.
• Oversee consultant work for plant models - PSLF PSSE PSCAD Aspen.
• Coordinate and prioritize modeling work among internal and external resources.
• Lead team members to deliver results and improve workflows.
• Guide engineers on model builds verifications data gathering and analysis. Ensure the teams generator model builds are in line with Transmission Planner and Planning Coordinator expectations.
• Ensure the teams models meet ride-through reactive power requirements and that parameters are reasonable.
• Supervise engineers gathering of data required for model builds from varying sources including manufacturers contractors and external consultants with minimal supervision.
• Supervise engineers generator models with substation schematics inverter/turbine settings power plant controller behavior and generator properties.
• Track and implement generator model upgrades per ISO and NERC requirements.
• Coordinate responses to Transmission Planner/Planning Coordinator modeling requests and concerns.
• Oversee model validation field tests for MOD-026-2 verifications.
• Guide projects under development for compliance with technical MOD standards (MOD-032 and MOD-026-2) and PRC-029 ride-through requirements.
• Train engineers on model development and verifications.
• Find and implement efficiencies in modeling process from interconnection requests to as-built models.

Desired Education Skills and Experience:

• Bachelors degree in engineering
• Personal values consistent with those of the AES Corporation: Safety First Highest Standards and All Together.
• 8-10 years of experience with modeling software (PSSE and/or PSLF). Generator modeling experience preferred.
• 1 years of experience with electromagnetic transient (EMT) models in PSCAD.
• Demonstrated leadership and project management experience
• Experience training and overseeing engineers developing and reviewing models/studies.
• Interconnection package experience.
• Experience with Aspen for short circuit studies.
• Excellent understanding of inverter-based technology operations and inverter settings.
• Understanding of MOD standards and PRC-029.
• Proficient at reading substation and PPC control schematics and understanding of inverter/turbine settings.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions among HV EPCs Power Utilities consultants and internal stakeholders.
• Able to review complex analysis and can develop formal documentation technical reports and presentations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks.
• Ability to successfully work remotely and independently away from an office environment or direct supervision for extended periods of time.

AES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people customers suppliers contractors and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex sexual orientation gender gender identity and/or expression race national origin ethnicity age religion marital status physical or mental disability pregnancy childbirth or related medical condition military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employees I-9 to confirm work authorization.

The expected salary for this position at commencement of employment is between $145000 and $181050/year; however base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors including market location job-related knowledge skills and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical dental and vision coverage life insurance 401(k) eligibility and paid time off (including vacation sick leave time and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired employee will be in an at-will position and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time including for reasons related to individual performance Company or individual department/team performance and market factors.

Apply by clicking the application link below and submitting your information. The deadline to apply for this role is 11/10/2026