At a Glance
- Tasks: Develop advanced control systems for grid-connected power conversion technology.
- Company: Growing tech business focused on innovative energy solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Enjoy technical ownership and autonomy in a dynamic work environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in the energy sector with cutting-edge technology.
- Qualifications: 5 years' experience in MATLAB/Simulink and a degree in relevant engineering fields.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
- PCS Controls Engineer
- Oxford
- £80,000 – £85,000
- Flexible working Remote working available when required
The Opportunity
A growing technology business is looking for a PCS Controls Engineer to develop advanced control systems for grid-connected power conversion technology.
This is a hands-on role combining control systems, embedded software and power electronics, with a focus on grid-following and grid-forming technologies.
As a PCS Controls Engineer, you'll work across modelling, simulation, code generation and real-time testing alongside hardware, software and systems teams.
The Role
- Develop control models for grid-connected inverters.
- Work with grid-following/grid-forming controls, voltage & current regulation, power control and protection.
- Design and validate models using MATLAB / Simulink / Stateflow.
- Generate embedded C using Embedded Coder / Simulink Coder.
- Support MIL, SIL and HIL testing.
- Debug and optimise real-time embedded controls.
- Collaborate with hardware, software and systems engineers.
- Maintain requirements traceability and version control.
What We're Looking For
- 5 years' MATLAB/Simulink control development experience.
- Degree/Master's in Electrical Engineering, Power Electronics, Control Systems or similar.
- Strong Simulink Coder / Embedded Coder experience.
- Good understanding of grid-following and/or grid-forming inverter technology.
- Experience with HIL testing such as d SPACE or Typhoon HIL.
- Strong control theory and embedded systems knowledge.
- Working knowledge of CAN and tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer or CANape.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Desirable
- Experience with EN 50549, G99, IEEE 1547 or similar standards.
- Simscape / power electronics simulation.
- Python or MATLAB test automation.
- C/C or embedded firmware.
- Git, JIRA or Jenkins.
What's On Offer?
- £80,000 – £85,000
- Oxford-based role
- Flexible working
- Remote working when required
- Technical ownership and autonomy
- Professional development and training
- Opportunity to work on advanced energy and power electronics technology
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Controls Engineer (PCS) in Oxford employer: ReeVR
Reevr is an excellent employer that fosters a collaborative work culture in Normanton on Trent, where innovation thrives. Employees benefit from career growth opportunities and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology, making it a rewarding place for those passionate about electronics testing and automation.
