12+ years in power systems or renewable energy controls
Proficient with real-time simulation platforms like RTDS and PSCAD
Experience with hardware-in-the-loop testing setups
Background in solar, wind, or hybrid energy technologies
Deep understanding of power system dynamics and grid interactions
Leadership experience in engineering teams or simulation labs
Strong communication and collaboration skills
Bachelor's degree in relevant field required
Responsibilities
Lead global RTDS lab operations in Dallas and Riyadh
Build and manage teams for power system simulation and validation
Develop simulation environments for renewable energy and grid studies
Support hardware-in-the-loop testing for control systems
Validate algorithms under real-world grid conditions
Ensure compliance with grid interconnection and stability standards
Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product readiness
Establish frameworks, standards, and processes for validation
Engage technically with utilities and renewable energy sectors
Benefits
Hybrid work model
Up to 25% travel required
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates
Support for professional growth in a specialized field
Opportunity to lead cutting-edge projects in renewable energy
Full Job Description
Head of RTDS Laboratories
Location: Dallas, Texas Hybrid Opportunity Salary: $250,000 - $300,000 + Bonus About the Role
Seeking a Head of RTDS Laboratories to lead global Real-Time Digital Simulation (RTDS) lab operations supporting renewable energy systems, grid automation platforms, and advanced power system controls.
This role will oversee RTDS laboratories in Dallas and Riyadh while driving hardware-in-the-loop validation, grid simulation strategies, renewable energy system testing, and advanced power system studies.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in power system simulation, renewable energy controls, grid dynamics, and engineering leadership across complex validation environments. Responsibilities
Lead and manage RTDS laboratory operations across multiple global locations
Build and oversee teams focused on power system simulation and validation engineering
Develop simulation environments for renewable energy systems, hybrid energy platforms, and grid interaction studies
Support hardware-in-the-loop testing for grid automation and control systems
Validate control algorithms and system performance under real-world grid disturbance conditions
Support compliance testing for regional grid interconnection and stability requirements
Partner with engineering, architecture, controls, and solutions teams to improve product readiness prior to deployment
Establish simulation frameworks, validation standards, and testing governance processes
Support advanced research involving grid-forming inverters, frequency response, oscillation damping, and distributed energy resource coordination
Participate in technical engagements with utilities, grid operators, and renewable energy developers
Requirements
12+ years of experience in power systems, renewable energy controls, grid automation, or related engineering environments
Strong experience with RTDS, PSCAD, EMTDC, or similar real-time simulation platforms
Experience designing and executing hardware-in-the-loop testing environments
Background in renewable energy systems including solar, wind, or hybrid energy platforms
Strong understanding of power system dynamics, transient stability, and grid interaction studies
Experience leading engineering teams, simulation labs, or advanced validation environments
Strong technical communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Bachelor's degree required
Additional Details
Hybrid work model
Up to 25% travel required
Visa sponsorship not available
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship or transfer support
Relocation assistance may be available for qualified candidates
