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# DER Integration Engineer - Staff IV

- **Company:** Electric Power Research Institute, Inc.
- **Location:** Knoxville, TN, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $113,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** HTML, JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Computer Programming, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Machine Learning, Test Data, Modeling and Simulation, PSCAD Simulation Software
- **Published:** October 2, 2026
- **Apply:** https://vhr-epri.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/epricareers/job/Knoxville-TN/DER-Integration-Engineer---Staff-IV_REQ-4125

## About the Role

* Demonstrated proficiency in power converters (Inverters and generators) and other power system components (e.g. motors, transformers, nonlinear loads, protection devices, etc.) EMT model development, controller design, and hardware-in-loop testing.
 * Proven experience with one or more industry modeling and simulation tools such as PSCAD, EMTP-RV, PowerFactory, Python, OpenDSS, CYME, Synergi
 * Ability to perform laboratory testing including developing test plan, building test setup, executing tests, analyzing data, and producing technical reports.
 * Grid-forming inverter research experience will be a plus.
 * Clear understanding of DER technologies, interconnection standards, and challenges of higher penetration.
 * Experience applying AI, machine learning, or advanced analytics techniques to power system applications.
 * Programming skills in Python, Matlab, and more (e.g. JavaScript, HTML) are desirable.
 * Experience with digital simulators (Typhoon HIL and RTDS) will be a plus.
 * Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality reports, technical papers, and presentations summarizing research objectives, approach, and findings.
 * Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in industry, utility, or research organization in a relevant field. For candidates with advanced degrees, the experience requirement may be reduced. Candidates with more relevant experience may be considered for a higher-level position.

Preferred Education:

 * Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required.
 * Preferred MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering with Power Electronics emphasis.

## Description

The EPRI DER Integration team leads collaborative research to integrate distributed energy resources into distribution circuits without compromising safety, reliability, cost, and power quality. This position will offer technical expertise and leadership in solar PV, energy storage, and electric vehicle (EV) power electronics. It will also involve electromagnetic transient (EMT) modeling and analysis of grid-following (GFL) and grid-forming (GFM) inverters, as well as testing distributed energy resource (DER) technologies in both laboratory and field settings. The position will be responsible for identifying research needs, developing research proposals, and communicating research results to EPRI members and industry., * Developing grid-following (GFL) and grid-forming (GFM) inverter EMT models and performing transient analysis to address DER interconnection challenges.

 * Performing laboratory and field testing of DER technologies and analyzing test data to validate and improve models.
 * Evaluate emerging technologies and applications through analytical and field-based studies.
 * Authoring technical reports/papers and presenting research findings to internal and external stakeholders.
 * Contribute to the development and evaluation of AI-enabled tools and analytics.