Schneider Electric Hiring for Control System Engineer Co-Op at Richmond, BC Full Time

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Come join the team that’s bringing us into a new era of sustainable and intelligent homes.

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Discover the opportunity to join an international, dynamic, and responsible company that fosters the development of all its people around the world. Everyday, we empower employees to achieve more and experience exciting careers. Find out how our values and unique position make Schneider Electric the employer of choice.

We are currently seeking a Control System Engineer Co-Op to join our Controls Engineering team to work on modelling dynamic systems, their simulation, control algorithm design and implementation of power control loops and energy optimization schemes for solar and storage energy products. As part of the Controls and Modeling team, you will be utilizing MATLAB & Simulink environment to create models of solar generation, energy storage, customer loads, generators, inverters, charge controllers, and other energy sources and loads in the home to run simulations, create control algorithms, and generate C/C++ code that will be incorporated in the embedded software in our products.

The position offered is for a minimum of 8 months with preference for a 12 month placement

What will you do?

Work within a scrum team to design, implement and test power control and energy optimization algorithms for solar production, energy storage, and load management in the home

Use MATLAB & Simulink to create models of solar, energy storage, generators, inverters, charge controllers, loads, and other power devices

Work closely with cross-functional engineering teams to refine, support. and deliver code

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What qualifications will make you successful?

Background in Electrical Engineering or Mechatronics Engineering with knowledge of Control Theory or Power Electronics.

MATLAB and Simulink simulation and programming for model-based design and control systems

Test Plan creation and unit test environment

Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to excel in a team oriented, project-based work environment

A systematic and logical approach to problem solving

Ability to work independently, take initiative and work to tight deadlines to meet project needs

We seek out and reward people for putting the customer first, being disruptive to the status quo, embracing different perspectives, continuously learning, and acting like owners. We’re recognized around the world for welcoming people as they are. We create an inclusive culture where all forms of diversity are seen as a real value for the company. See what our people have to say about working for Schneider Electric.

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Let us learn about you! Apply today.

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Why us?

Schneider Electric is leading the digital transformation of energy management and automation. Our technologies enable the world to use energy in a safe, efficient and sustainable manner. We strive to promote a global economy that is both ecologically viable and highly productive.

€25.7bn global revenue

137 000+ employees in 100+ countries

45% of revenue from IoT

5% of revenue devoted for R&D

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