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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Senior Application Engineer - Modeling - **Company:** Sungrow USA Corporation - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $140,000.0 - $170,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Data Centers, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Tools, Model Validation, Modeling and Simulation, PSCAD Simulation Software - **Published:** October 8, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=009e8538cbb8bbab ## About the Role * Minimum 5 years of professional engineering experience, preferably in power systems, renewable energy, power electronics, or inverter-based resources. * Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience with power system simulation (EMT focused) and modeling tools, with strong experience in PSCAD and one of PSS®E and PSLF. * Minimum 2 years of experience in the solar/PV industry. Experience with energy storage systems and other inverter-based resources is preferred. * Strong understanding of power system dynamics, inverter controls, grid interconnection, RMS and/or EMT modeling. * Demonstrated experience troubleshooting complex technical and modeling issues. * Experience with model validation, plant-level studies, grid interconnection studies, or inverter control applications is highly desirable. RTlab/RTDS HIL experience is a plus. * Experience with power electronics, power systems, and/or control system design and validation is preferred. * Experience with EPC engineering, product development, system-level engineering, or technical trade-off studies is a plus. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with customers, consultants, utilities, internal engineering teams, and management. * Strong initiative, organizational skills, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced and collaborative environment with remote co-workers. * Bilingual English/Chinese capability is preferred but not required., * Master's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited university or college, preferably with a concentration in Power Electronics, Power Systems or Control Systems. * Relevant experience in the solar, energy storage, or broader IBR industry is required. * Ph.D. or advanced technical specialization in a relevant field is a plus. Core Competencies * Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills. * Advanced power system modeling and simulation capability. * Strong understanding of inverter-based resources and grid integration. * System-level and product-level engineering mindset. * Strong customer communication and technical support orientation. * Ability to independently investigate complex technical problems and develop practical solutions. * Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. * Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration skills. * Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable working across geographic and organizational boundaries. ## Description We are seeking an experienced engineer with a strong background in power systems, power electronics, inverter controls, and power system modeling and simulation. The position will provide advanced technical support for utility-scale PV and inverter-based resource (IBR) projects, with a strong focus on grid interconnection studies, model application and validation, and troubleshooting. The successful candidate will work closely with customers, utilities, consultants, Sungrow's U.S. teams, and HQ R&D teams. The position will also contribute to emerging technologies and applications, including grid-forming inverters, microgrids, and data center applications, as well as evolving North American grid requirements and industry standards., * Support customers with grid interconnection, commissioning, and post-commissioning power system modeling activities for PV inverter and IBR projects using PSS®E, PSLF, PSCAD, and related simulation tools. * Serve as a senior technical member of the PV Modeling team, troubleshooting advanced EMT modeling and simulation issues and developing practical, technically sound solutions for customers. * Support application, validation, and integration of Sungrow inverter models for customer and grid interconnection studies. * Track technical requirements and market needs from key customers and maintain effective communication among customers, U.S. front-end technical teams, and HQ R&D. * Provide direct technical support to customers and the Sales team and serve as a trusted technical advisor to customers' engineering teams for modeling. * Support new inverter technologies and solutions, including grid-forming controls, microgrids, PV plus energy storage hybrid, and data center applications. * Participate in technical exchanges with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, consultants, and other grid stakeholders to understand emerging grid requirements, policies, and technical trends. * Participate in industry organizations and technical activities, including IEEE, ESIG, and other relevant industry groups, and contribute to industry standards and technical discussions as appropriate. * Support internal technical documentation, model documentation, and engineering knowledge management. * Participate in coordination with product and R&D teams to communicate customer feedback, application requirements, and North American market needs. * Interpret and evaluate applicable IEEE, UL, IEC, NEC, grid-code, and other North American regulatory and interconnection requirements, and provide technical input to product and model development. * Support field service and application engineering teams with system-level troubleshooting and provide engineering guidance as needed., 15% to 30%, including customer meetings, technical workshops, industry conferences, utility/grid engagements, and other business needs.