At Heila Technologies, we are working at breakneck speed to bring low-cost, low-carbon, and locally generated energy to people around the globe. Our industry-leading technology is empowering communities to build self-sustaining microgrids through the power of autonomous, self-coordinating distributed energy resources.

Responsibilities

• Actively participate in strategic discussions for algorithms scoping and roadmap.
• Implement and improve existing algorithms in simulation environments and field deployments.
• Develop new distributed control and optimization techniques for microgrids and DER systems.
• Process and analyze DER performance data to create reports and inform the improvements of algorithms.
• Develop software to translate mathematical ideas into actionable code in the Heila Platform.
• Lead teams during experimental tests of algorithms in field deployments, including managing R&D project roadmaps, including the ownership of timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Develop communication strategies to convey control concepts to customers, collaborators, and other industry players.
• Interact with customers to understand their needs and inform the product’s features roadmap.
• Support the writing of reports and grants.
• Facilitate knowledge sharing by owning and maintaining comprehensive documentation on architecture and processes.
• Contribute to the development of Heila’s automated test and build infrastructure.

Requirements

• MS degree in engineering or computer science is preferred.
• 3+ years working on optimization and development of power systems, DERs and their control.
• Knowledge of programming languages including Python, Java and C++.
• Knowledge of machine learning algorithms and state of the art libraries used in the industry.
• Ability to learn new concepts through research and self-study.
• High attention to detail with excellent organizational and analytical skills.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.
• Capacity to maintain good communications with B2B customers and offsite deployment teams.

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