Principal Software Engineer- Embedded OS
altentechnologyusa
HVDC Engineer
altentechnologyusa· Energy
About this role
We’re ALTEN Technology USA, an engineering company helping clients bring groundbreaking ideas to life—from advancing space exploration and life-saving medical devices to building autonomous electric vehicles. With 3,000+ experts across North America, we partner with leading companies in aerospace, medical devices, robotics, automotive, commercial vehicles, EVs, rail, and more.
As part of the global ALTEN Group—57,000+ engineers in 30 countries—we deliver across the entire product development cycle, from consulting to full project outsourcing.
When you join ALTEN Technology USA, you’ll collaborate on some of the world’s toughest engineering challenges, supported by mentorship, career growth opportunities, and comprehensive benefits. We take pride in fostering a culture where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow.
We are seeking a motivated HVDC Engineer with at least 3 years of electrical engineering experience and a minimum of 1 year of hands-on exposure to High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) systems. The ideal candidate brings a strong foundation in power systems and power electronics, along with practical experience in Control & Protection, testing, or system integration. Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink is essential, and experience in software development, testing, or system validation is highly desirable. This role is well-suited for a detail-oriented engineer who thrives in technically complex environments and contributes to the successful delivery and validation of advanced HVDC solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Support the design, implementation, and validation of HVDC systems with a focus on Control & Protection, testing, and integration activities
- Develop and analyze models of power systems and power electronic components using MATLAB/Simulink
- Participate in system-level testing, commissioning, and troubleshooting of HVDC systems
- Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to ensure proper integration of HVDC components and subsystems
- Assist in developing test procedures, validation plans, and technical documentation
- Analyze system performance and contribute to continuous improvement efforts
- Support software-related activities such as validation, testing, and debugging where applicable
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, safety guidelines, and project requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field
- Minimum of 3 years of professional engineering experience
- At least 1 year of hands-on experience with HVDC systems
- Experience in one or more of the following areas: Control & Protection, system testing, or integration
- Strong knowledge of power systems and power electronics
- Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink modeling and simulation
- Exposure to software development, software testing, or system validation is highly preferred
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment and communicate technical concepts clearly
- Ability to work on-site in Raleigh, NC
The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, genetic information, or pregnancy.
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HVDC Engineer
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