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Join The AES Corporation, the largest US-based global power company with a team of 8,300 employees across 12 countries. \nAES has been ranked #1 by BloombergNEF in renewable energy sales to corporations in the US and Americas for five consecutive years, providing electricity for millions of people worldwide. \nWe are proud to foster a strong workplace culture, earning prominent positions in Great Place to Work™ rankings across the markets where we operate. AES was also named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies for the 13th consecutive year in 2026, highlighting our dedication to integrity, transparency, and responsible business practices.\nOur spirit of innovation continues to earn industry recognition. AES is the only seven-time winner of the Edison Electric Institute’s Edison Awards in the twenty-first century, a distinction honoring global leadership in advancing the electric power industry. \nIf you're ready to be part of a company that's not just adapting to change, but driving it, AES is the place for you. We're not just building a more sustainable future, we're powering it. Apply now and energize your career with a true leader in global energy.\nThe AES Clean Energy (ACE) team is seeking a dynamic and passionate Principal Generator Modeling Engineer to oversee generator models throughout the project lifecycle for ACE’s rapidly growing renewable portfolio - modeling generators from interconnection study phases, through construction, and through operations. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer that is well-versed in technical engineering aspects that also enjoys leading diverse and dynamic engineers in the renewable energy space.\n\nCore Competencies:\nExtensive experience modeling generation in PowerWorld, PSSE, PSLF. Experience modeling renewable generators is a plus, with at least 8 years of modeling experience.\nExhibit leadership by demonstrating effective training and mentoring of other engineers.\nDemonstrated competency to coordinate, prioritize, and plan project tasks using internal and external resources.\nDemonstrated ability to drive cross-functional collaboration to complete tasks and improve workflow efficiency.\nExperience with interconnection study models and interconnection request packages.\nIn-depth knowledge of model validation, including ride-through tests, stability tests, and model verifications.\nFamiliarity with steady-state, dynamics, and short circuit data requirements and reporting procedures.\nAbility to understand aspects of renewable generation modeling and data inputs required to create acceptable models.\nAdept at gathering large amounts of information from varying sources for model builds.\nIn-depth understanding of detailed modeling and equivalent modeling, and ability to flag unreasonable model values.\nHighly competent at directing outside consultants and monitoring progress.\nDemonstrated ability to initiate projects, be self-directed, originate new ideas, and present methods to achieve goals.\nSkilled at solving complex problems in multiple areas.\nPracticed at working across departments and organizations with varying skill sets among teams.\nAble to work independently and exercise considerable judgment and decision-making.\nEasily manages multiple priorities and deadlines.\nPrincipal Duties and Responsibilities:\nPrepare, review, and submit generator models for new and existing renewable resources for interconnection request packages, as-built model submittals, ISO, and NERC requirements.\nOversee consultant work for plant models - PSLF, PSSE, PSCAD, Aspen.\nCoordinate and prioritize modeling work among internal and external resources.\nLead team members to deliver results and improve workflows.\nGuide engineers on model builds, verifications, data gathering, and analysis.Ensure the team’s generator model builds are in line with Transmission Planner and Planning Coordinator expectations.\nEnsure the team’s models meet ride-through, reactive power requirements and that parameters are reasonable.\nSupervise engineer’s gathering of data required for model builds from varying sources including manufacturers, contractors, and external consultants with minimal supervision.\nSupervise engineer’s generator models with substation schematics, inverter/turbine settings, power plant controller behavior, and generator properties.\nTrack and implement generator model upgrades per ISO and NERC requirements.\nCoordinate responses to Transmission Planner/Planning Coordinator modeling requests and concerns.\nOversee model validation field tests for MOD-025, MOD-026, and MOD-027 verifications.\nGuide projects under development for compliance with technical MOD standards (MOD-025, MOD-032, MOD-026, MOD-027) and PRC-024 ride-through requirements.\nTrain engineers on model development and verifications.\nFind and implement efficiencies in modeling process from interconnection requests to as-built models.\nDesired Education, Skills and Experience:\nBachelor’s degree in engineering\nPersonal values consistent with those of the AES Corporation: Safety First, Highest Standards, and All Together.\n8-10+ years of experience with modeling software (PSSE, PowerWorld, and/or PSLF). Generator modeling experience preferred.\n1+ years of experience with electromagnetic transient (EMT) models in PSCAD.\nDemonstrated leadership and project management experience\nExperience training and overseeing engineers developing and reviewing models/studies.\nInterconnection package experience.\nExperience with Aspen for short circuit studies.\nExcellent understanding of inverter-based technology operations and inverter settings.\nUnderstanding of MOD standards and PRC-024.\nProficient at reading substation and PPC control schematics and understanding of inverter/turbine settings.\nStrong communication skills and ability to lead technical discussions among HV EPCs, Power Utilities, consultants, and internal stakeholders.\nAble to review complex analysis and can develop formal documentation, technical reports, and presentations.\nStrong organizational skills and ability to prioritize projects and tasks.\n\nAbility to successfully work remotely and independently, away from an office environment or direct supervision, for extended periods of time.\nJob Location & Details:\nReports to Manager, Generator Modeling\nRemote\nTravel is expected to be minimal.\nAES is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to building strength and delivering long-term sustainability through diversity and inclusion. Respecting all backgrounds, differences and perspectives enables us to improve the lives of our people, customers, suppliers, contractors, and the communities in which we live and work. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity and/or expression, race, national origin, ethnicity, age, religion, marital status, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. E-Verify Notice: AES will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee's I-9 to confirm work authorization.The expected salary for this position, at commencement of employment, is between $145,000 and $181,050/year; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position also includes annual bonus. The benefits offered for this position are: medical, dental, and vision coverage, life insurance, 401(k) eligibility, and paid time off (including vacation, sick leave time, and parental leave). Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if a candidate receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.Apply by clicking the application link below and submitting your information. 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