Application Guide

How to Apply for Software Engineer, Microgrid Controls Developer

at Intersect Power

🏢 About Intersect Power

Intersect Power is unique as a clean energy developer focused on scalable low-carbon solutions for both retail and wholesale markets, offering clean electricity and fuels. Their approach combines innovative technology with market-driven solutions to accelerate the transition to renewable energy, making them an attractive employer for engineers passionate about climate impact through practical energy systems.

About This Role

This role involves designing and implementing real-time control algorithms for microgrid components, translating system requirements into embedded controls code. It's impactful because you'll ensure compliance with utility interconnection agreements and ancillary market requirements, directly contributing to reliable clean energy deployment through robust software platforms and validation procedures.

💡 A Day in the Life

A typical day might involve designing real-time control algorithms for microgrid components in IEC 61131-3 or C++, then setting up validation tests to ensure compliance with utility requirements. You could also be reviewing code for safety and maintainability, debugging controller behavior from field data, or enhancing CI/CD workflows for the embedded software platform.

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🎯 Who Intersect Power Is Looking For

  • Has 3-6+ years of experience in real-time/embedded software development specifically in industrial controls, SCADA, or automation environments
  • Demonstrates proficiency in industrial control languages like IEC 61131-3 Structured Text, SEL RTAC logic, CODESYS, or embedded languages such as C++/C/Rust
  • Possesses hands-on experience controlling generation assets and power equipment in energy or utility contexts
  • Holds a B.S./M.S. in Electrical Engineering, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering with practical application in energy systems

📝 Tips for Applying to Intersect Power

1

Highlight specific microgrid, distributed energy resources (DER), or power equipment control projects in your resume, quantifying results like reliability improvements or compliance achievements

2

Explicitly list your proficiency with IEC 61131-3 Structured Text, SEL RTAC, or CODESYS in your skills section, as these are critical for this controls-focused role

3

Tailor your experience bullets to mention utility interconnection, ancillary markets, or grid compliance work, which are central to Intersect Power's business model

4

Include examples of setting up CI/CD workflows or validation procedures for embedded systems, as the role emphasizes building/maintaining the software platform

5

Reference Intersect Power's focus on 'scalable low-carbon solutions' in your application materials to show alignment with their mission

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

['Explain how your real-time/embedded controls experience directly applies to microgrid components and generation assets', 'Describe a specific project where you defined/executed validation procedures for compliance (e.g., utility interconnection, grid codes)', 'Highlight your ability to translate system requirements into efficient, safe, and maintainable embedded controls code', "Connect your background to Intersect Power's focus on clean electricity/fuels and scalable energy solutions"]

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Study Intersect Power's projects and partnerships in retail/wholesale energy markets to understand their business model
  • → Research microgrid controls trends and standards (e.g., IEEE 1547, UL 1741) relevant to utility interconnection
  • → Look into ancillary services markets (e.g., frequency regulation, voltage support) that microgrids participate in
  • → Explore the company's technology stack mentions or case studies for hints about their current controls platforms

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 Walk me through your experience with IEC 61131-3 Structured Text or SEL RTAC logic in a real-world controls project
2 How have you ensured compliance with utility interconnection agreements or ancillary market requirements in past roles?
3 Describe your approach to designing real-time control algorithms for power equipment or generation assets
4 What strategies do you use for debugging controller behavior in embedded systems?
5 How would you set up CI/CD workflows and testing for an embedded controls software platform?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Applying with only generic software development experience without emphasizing industrial controls, SCADA, or embedded systems
  • Failing to demonstrate specific knowledge of power equipment control or generation assets in your application
  • Submitting a generic cover letter that doesn't address microgrid controls, compliance, or Intersect Power's clean energy focus

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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