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OPAL-RT Technologies est \xc3\xa0 la recherche d\'un Sp\xc3\xa9cialiste en simulation - bancs d\'essai de syst\xc3\xa8mes \xc3\xa9lectriques.
\xc3\x80 propos d\xe2\x80\x99OPAL-RT Technologies :
Imaginez travailler pour une entreprise qui compte parmi ses clients la NASA, Bombardier, ABB, EMBRAER, MIT, GE, Ford, GM, NREL, RIVIAN et Hydro-Qu\xc3\xa9bec! OPAL-RT s\xe2\x80\x99est donn\xc3\xa9 comme ambitieux d\xc3\xa9fi de d\xc3\xa9mocratiser la simulation temps r\xc3\xa9el afin de la rendre accessible \xc3\xa0 chaque ing\xc3\xa9nieur et chercheur. En rejoignant le clan des OPALIENS, vous contribuerez \xc3\xa0 la technologie du futur.
Leader mondial dans la diversit\xc3\xa9 des applications, nos outils sont utilis\xc3\xa9s dans une multitude de secteurs tels que l\'automobile, l\'a\xc3\xa9rospatiale, l\xe2\x80\x99\xc3\xa9nergie, le transport, la fabrication industrielle, etc. Fond\xc3\xa9e au Qu\xc3\xa9bec et maintenant assur\xc3\xa9e par une pr\xc3\xa9sence mondiale, OPAL-RT a le vent dans les voiles!
R\xc3\xa9alisations et d\xc3\xa9fis stimulants :
Au sein de l\'\xc3\xa9quipe Application eXpertise and Electrical Simulation (AXES), le candidat s\xc3\xa9lectionn\xc3\xa9 jouera un r\xc3\xb4le cl\xc3\xa9 dans les projets de simulation, de mod\xc3\xa9lisation et de contr\xc3\xb4le des syst\xc3\xa8mes \xc3\xa9lectriques. Il contribuera \xc3\xa0 la mod\xc3\xa9lisation dans les domaines des ressources bas\xc3\xa9es sur les onduleurs, des micro-r\xc3\xa9seaux et de la production distribu\xc3\xa9e.
Le candidat s\xc3\xa9lectionn\xc3\xa9 aura la capacit\xc3\xa9 de tirer parti de son expertise en \xc3\xa9lectronique de puissance et en syst\xc3\xa8mes de contr\xc3\xb4le, pour aborder des projets impliquant des simulations de type "hardware-in-the-loop" et "power-hardware-in-the-loop". Le candidat d\xc3\xa9veloppera et testera des mod\xc3\xa8les dans le logiciel de simulation OPAL-RT bas\xc3\xa9 sur un CPU et un FPGA.
T\xc3\xa2ches principales :

• Mod\xc3\xa9lisation et simulation de convertisseurs et de contr\xc3\xb4leurs d\'\xc3\xa9lectroniques de puissance dans les domaines applicatifs des ressources \xc3\xa0 base d\'onduleurs (IBR), des ressources \xc3\xa9nerg\xc3\xa9tiques distribu\xc3\xa9es (syst\xc3\xa8mes de production PV, syst\xc3\xa8mes de stockage d\'\xc3\xa9nergie par batterie, syst\xc3\xa8mes de production par \xc3\xa9olienne, g\xc3\xa9n\xc3\xa9rateurs diesel, etc.), des micro-r\xc3\xa9seaux. D\xc3\xa9velopper des mod\xc3\xa8les math\xc3\xa9matiques de IBR adapt\xc3\xa9s \xc3\xa0 la simulation en temps r\xc3\xa9el \xc3\xa0 l\'aide de simulateurs bas\xc3\xa9s sur des CPU ou des FPGA.
• Participer activement aux diff\xc3\xa9rentes \xc3\xa9tapes du cycle de vie d\'un projet, de l\'estimation \xc3\xa0 l\'ex\xc3\xa9cution, en passant par la validation et la documentation.
• Participer au d\xc3\xa9veloppement et \xc3\xa0 l\'am\xc3\xa9lioration des biblioth\xc3\xa8ques de mod\xc3\xa8les d\'OPAL-RT.
• Proposer des solutions innovantes pour relever les d\xc3\xa9fis li\xc3\xa9s aux simulations power hardware-in-the-loop en temps r\xc3\xa9el (PHIL) et hardware in the loop (HIL). Pr\xc3\xa9parer des articles techniques.

Exigences :

• Formation : Ma\xc3\xaetrise ou Doctorat en g\xc3\xa9nie \xc3\xa9lectrique.
• Exp\xc3\xa9rience : Maitrise : 4+ ans ou Ph.D. : 0-2 ans. Plus de 3 ans dans la mod\xc3\xa9lisation et la simulation EMT avanc\xc3\xa9e de syst\xc3\xa8mes d\'\xc3\xa9nergie renouvelable, y compris les onduleurs de contr\xc3\xb4le connect\xc3\xa9s au r\xc3\xa9seau ou aux syst\xc3\xa8mes d\'\xc3\xa9nergie insulaires.
• Connaissances requises : Bonne compr\xc3\xa9hension de l\'int\xc3\xa9gration des IBR sur les r\xc3\xa9seaux \xc3\xa9lectriques et des contr\xc3\xb4les associ\xc3\xa9s n\xc3\xa9cessaires \xc3\xa0 l\'interfa\xc3\xa7age de diverses ressources \xc3\xa9nerg\xc3\xa9tiques au syst\xc3\xa8me \xc3\xa9lectrique. Connaissance des normes r\xc3\xa9gissant l\'int\xc3\xa9gration des \xc3\xa9nergies renouvelables aux r\xc3\xa9seaux \xc3\xa9lectriques (IEEE P2800, 1547, etc.) et des micro-r\xc3\xa9seaux (IEEE 2030.7, 2030.8, etc.). Il est essentiel que le candidat ait une bonne ma\xc3\xaetrise des concepts de simulation et de mod\xc3\xa9lisation. Connaissance de la mod\xc3\xa9lisation des ressources \xc3\xa9nerg\xc3\xa9tiques telles que les panneaux solaires photovolta\xc3\xafques, les batteries, les \xc3\xa9oliennes. Bonne exp\xc3\xa9rience des outils de simulation tels que MATLAB/Simulink.
• Atouts importants : Exp\xc3\xa9rience dans le test d\'\xc3\xa9quipements \xc3\xa9lectriques basse ou moyenne tension pour les applications r\xc3\xa9seau (onduleurs, g\xc3\xa9n\xc3\xa9rateurs, etc.) . Exp\xc3\xa9rience dans le contr\xc3\xb4le et/ou le d\xc3\xa9veloppement de mod\xc3\xa8les sur FPGAs/ DSPs, notamment en utilisant Xilinx System Generator (XSG) ou des outils similaires. Exp\xc3\xa9rience des simulations de mat\xc3\xa9riel de puissance dans la boucle (PHIL) et compr\xc3\xa9hension de base du fonctionnement des amplificateurs de puissance. Exp\xc3\xa9rience avec le logiciel de simulation OPAL-RT (eMEGAsim, RT-Events, eHS, RT-XSG, HYPERSIM), ou tout autre outil de simulation en temps r\xc3\xa9el. Compr\xc3\xa9hension des principes de base de la gestion de l\'\xc3\xa9nergie ou des syst\xc3\xa8mes de gestion de la puissance dans les syst\xc3\xa8mes de distribution, les micro-r\xc3\xa9seaux, les fermes d\'\xc3\xa9nergie renouvelable. Membre de l\'OIQ.
• Comp\xc3\xa9tences requises : Autonomie, souci du d\xc3\xa9tail, polyvalence, d\xc3\xa9brouillardise, capacit\xc3\xa9 d\'analyse, curiosit\xc3\xa9, adaptabilit\xc3\xa9, bonne communication interpersonnelle, rigueur et d\xc3\xa9termination.
• Comp\xc3\xa9tences linguistiques : Excellentes comp\xc3\xa9tences en anglais (oral et \xc3\xa9crit) ; l\'anglais est requis pour les connaissances techniques relatives \xc3\xa0 l\'expertise technique; des cours de fran\xc3\xa7ais seront offerts pour faciliter l\'int\xc3\xa9gration.

Une carri\xc3\xa8re chez OPAL-RT vous conviendra si :

• Vous recherchez des d\xc3\xa9fis stimulants qui vous pousseront constamment \xc3\xa0 donner le meilleur de vous-m\xc3\xaame.
• Vous r\xc3\xaavez d\'un environnement familial qui soit \xc3\xa9galement professionnel, coop\xc3\xa9ratif et amical.
• Vous avez besoin d\'un horaire flexible et de la possibilit\xc3\xa9 de t\xc3\xa9l\xc3\xa9travailler afin de concilier vie professionnelle et vie familiale.
• Vous voulez continuer \xc3\xa0 \xc3\xa9largir vos connaissances et votre savoir-faire en travaillant aux c\xc3\xb4t\xc3\xa9s de chercheurs, d\'innovateurs et de scientifiques qui partagent une m\xc3\xaame chose : la Passion.
• Vous avez choisi d\'\xc3\xaatre un contributeur important au progr\xc3\xa8s technologique dans une multitude d\'industries.
• Vous voulez \xc3\xaatre reconnu pour vos id\xc3\xa9es, votre cr\xc3\xa9ativit\xc3\xa9 et votre talent.
• Vous connaissez votre valeur et recherchez un salaire comp\xc3\xa9titif \xc3\xa0 l\'\xc3\xa9chelle mondiale.
• Vous ne voulez pas seulement un emploi, vous voulez une carri\xc3\xa8re !

Note: L\'utilisation du genre masculin inclut le f\xc3\xa9minin et est utilis\xc3\xa9 uniquement pour faciliter la lecture. ___________________________________________________________________________
OPAL-RT Technologies is looking for a Simulation Specialist \xe2\x80\x93 Power Systems Testbeds.
About OPAL-RT Technologies :
Imagine working for a company with customers including NASA, Bombardier, ABB, EMBRAER, MIT, GE, Ford, GM, NREL and Hydro-Qu\xc3\xa9bec! OPAL-RT\xe2\x80\x99s ambitious challenge is to fully democratize simulation, making it affordable and accessible to every engineer and researcher. Joining the OPAL-RT family means you will be helping to develop the technology of the future.
OPAL-RT is a recognized leader in diverse and powerful applications. The company\'s tools are used in a wide variety of fields, including, automotive, aerospace, energy, transportation, and industrial manufacturing. Established in Quebec and bolstered by a global presence, OPAL-RT is always looking to the future.
Achievements and stimulating challenges:
As part of the Application eXpertise and Electrical Simulation (AXES) team, the selected candidate will play a key role in projects involving simulation, modeling, and control of power systems. They will contribute towards modeling in the areas of inverter-based resources, microgrids, and distributed generation.
The selected candidate will have the ability to leverage their expertise of power electronics and control systems, to address projects involving hardware-in-the-loop and power-hardware-in-the-loop simulations. The candidate will develop and test models in CPU-based and FPGA-based simulation software of OPAL-RT.
Main Duties:

• Model and simulate power electronics converters and controllers in the application areas of inverter-based resources (IBR), distributed energy resources (PV generation systems, battery energy storage systems, wind generation systems, diesel generators, etc.), microgrids. Develop mathematical models of IBR suitable for real-time simulation using CPU or FPGA based simulators.
• Actively participate in the various stages of the project life cycle, from estimation to execution, including validation and documentation.
• Participate in the development and improvement of OPAL-RT model libraries.
• Propose innovative solutions to challenges related to power hardware-in-the-loop (PHIL) and hardware in the loop (HIL) simulations. Prepare technical papers.

Requirements:

• Education: Master\'s or PhD in electrical engineering.
• Required Knowledge: Strong understanding of the integration of IBRs into power grids and the associated controls required to interface various energy resources to the power system. Knowledge of standards governing the integration of renewables into power systems (IEEE P2800, 1547, etc.) and microgrids (IEEE 2030.7, 2030.8, etc.). It is essential that the candidate has a good grasp of simulation and modeling concepts. Knowledge of modeling of energy resources such as solar photovoltaic panels, batteries, wind turbines. Good experience with simulation tools such as MATLAB/Simulink.
• Required skills: Autonomy, attention to detail, versatility, resourcefulness, analytical skills, curiosity, adaptability, good interpersonal skills, rigor and determination.
• Language skills: Excellent english skills (oral and written); English is required for technical knowledge related to technical expertise; french courses will be offered to facilitate integration ;
• Important Assets: Experience in testing low or medium voltage electrical equipment for grid applications (inverters, generators, etc.) . Experience in control and/or model development on FPGAs/DSPs, including using Xilinx System Generator (XSG) or similar tools. Experience with power-in-the-loop (PHIL) hardware simulations and basic understanding of power amplifier operation. Experience with OPAL-RT simulation software (eMEGAsim, RT-Events, eHS, RT-XSG, HYPERSIM), or other real-time simulation tools. Understanding of the basic principles of energy management or power management systems in distribution systems, microgrids, renewable energy farms. Member of the OIQ.
• Experience: Masters: 4+ years or Ph.D.: 0-2 years. 3+ years in advanced EMT modeling and simulation of renewable energy systems, including grid-connected control inverters or island energy systems.

A career with OPAL-RT will suit you if:

• You are seeking stimulating challenges that will constantly push you to do your best
• You dream of a family environment that is also professional, cooperative and friendly.
• You need a flexible schedule and the ability to telecommute in order to balance work and home life.
• You want to continue to expand your knowledge and know-how by working side-by-side with researchers, innovators and scientists who share one thing; Passion.
• You have chosen to be an important contributor to the technological progress in a multitude of industries.
• You want to be recognized for your ideas, creativity and talent.
• You know your worth and seek a globally competitive salary.
• You don\xe2\x80\x99t just want a job, you want a career!

Note: The use of the masculine gender includes the feminine and is used only to facilitate reading.