Microgrid Controls Validation Intern at Intersect in San Francisco, CA

Summary: Intersect is a company focused on innovative energy solutions and modern infrastructure, recently acquired by Google. The role involves designing and building testing environments for microgrid control systems, ensuring reliable performance under real-world conditions through collaboration with engineers and lab teams. Responsibilities: - Design Microgrid Test Strategy - Develop detailed test plans for Microgrid Lab testing, including metering and control requirements - Translate validation objectives into structured, scalable testing approaches - Anticipate future testing needs and incorporate them into lab design - Build HIL Simulation Environments - Design and plan a Controls Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) setup for microgrid controls validation - Configure simulation environments that reflect real-world operating conditions - Enable seamless integration between physical hardware and simulation systems - Execute and Improve Validation Testing - Run and support electrical lab testing for microgrid systems - Analyze results to validate control system performance and identify issues - Continuously refine test setups to improve accuracy, efficiency, and coverage Required Qualifications: - Bachelor's or higher degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field - Strong understanding of electrical engineering fundamentals and control systems - Hands-on experience working in an electrical test lab environment - Experience running simulation studies using Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) systems - Familiarity with test planning, instrumentation, and validation methodologies - Understanding of microgrid or distributed energy systems - Ability to think ahead and design testing environments based on future needs - High attention to detail and a structured, methodical approach to problem-solving - A collaborative mindset and curiosity that will help you succeed across hardware and software domains Required Skills: Electrical Engineering, Control Systems, Hardware-in-the-Loop (HIL) Important Skills: Test Planning, Microgrid Systems Nice-to-Have Skills: Collaborative Mindset Benefits: Mentorship: Each intern will receive guidance from experienced professionals throughout the program, Capstone Presentation: Interns will present their final project to executive leadership at the end of the program