Software Engineer, Microgrid Controls Developer

Intersect is a company focused on preserving the planet through innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure. They are seeking a Software Engineer to design and deploy high-performance controls software for microgrids, ensuring system reliability and compliance while collaborating with various teams.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement algorithms for real-time control of microgrid components
• Collaborate with partner teams and equipment suppliers
• Translate system requirements and specifications into efficient, safe, and maintainable embedded controls code
• Define and execute validation procedures to ensure controller compliance with utility interconnection agreements and ancillary market requirements when grid-connected
• Support controller verification through simulation, testing, and field validation
• Set up and maintain code repositories, build tools, and CI/CD workflows
• Implement unit tests integration tests, and hardware abstraction layers to support scalable development
• Contribute to clear documentation of software behavior, interfaces, and design assumptions
• Participate in code reviews to improve reliability, safety, and overall software quality
• Support debugging of unexpected controller behavior before and after deployment, including field data analysis and log review

Requirements:

• B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
• 3-6+ years of experience in real-time or embedded software development, industrial controls, or SCADA/automation environments
• Proficiency in industrial control and embedded languages such as C++, IEC 61131-3 Structured Text, SEL RTAC logic, CODESYS, Lua, Rust, or C
• Experience controlling generation assets and power equipment using industrial protocols such as Modbus or DNP3
• Familiarity with simulation tools such as Simulink or Modelica
• Experience with modern development practices including version control, automated testing, and validation pipelines
• A collaborative work style and the ability to translate cross-functional requirements into reliable real-time control software
• Attention to detail, strong documentation habits, and a mindset focused on safety and long-term system performance