Junior HIL Engineer EIT

About ETP 

EdgeTunePower Inc. (ETP) develops power system controls and provides real-time simulation and hardware-in-the-loop testing for data centres, microgrids, battery energy storage systems, renewable generation, and other power system applications. Our work connects electrical models with physical controllers and protection equipment to evaluate system performance before equipment is commissioned in the field. 

The role 

ETP is seeking a junior team member to support the development of real-time power system models and the testing of physical controllers in our North Vancouver laboratory. Working under senior engineering supervision, you will help prepare RTDS/RSCAD models, connect hardware, execute test procedures, analyse results, and prepare technical documentation. This role suits someone with strong electrical fundamentals who enjoys practical laboratory work and wants to develop specialist HIL skills.

Location: North Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Position: Full time, primarily onsite

Experience: 0–3 years of relevant experience; recent graduates are welcome.

Reports to: Senior HIL Engineer or designated engineering lead

Key responsibilities

• Develop and update RTDS/RSCAD models of generators, transformers, networks, loads, battery systems, and converters under senior engineering guidance. 
• Support the connection of power management controllers, PLCs, SEL RTACs, protection relays, and meters to the real-time simulator. 
• Prepare and verify signal lists, analog and digital I/O mappings, units, scaling, wiring, and communication settings using approved procedures. 
• Execute approved tests for load changes, generator and BESS coordination, islanding, black start, resynchronisation, voltage and frequency control, and fault responses. 
• Record and analyse waveforms, controller commands, alarms, and event timing; compare results with documented acceptance criteria. 
• Assist with troubleshooting model, controller interface, wiring, and communication issues, and document findings for senior review. 
• Develop simple Python or MATLAB scripts for test preparation, data processing, plotting, and repeatable reporting. 
• Maintain organised model versions, configuration files, test records, issue logs, and draft reports; support client test demonstrations. 
• Follow laboratory safety procedures and assist with power hardware-in-the-loop testing only under appropriate training, supervision, and approved procedures. 

Required qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related discipline, with coursework or practical experience in power systems, power electronics, or controls. 
• 0–3 years of relevant experience. Academic projects, graduate research, laboratory work, internships, and co-op placements are relevant. 
• Understanding of three-phase systems, active and reactive power, voltage and frequency, basic control loops, and electrical equipment. 
• Ability to read single-line diagrams, basic control diagrams, wiring drawings, and equipment documentation. 
• Experience with at least one relevant simulation tool, such as RSCAD, PSCAD, MATLAB/Simulink, Typhoon HIL, or OPAL-RT, through education or employment. 
• Basic programming or scripting skills, careful technical documentation, clear communication, and a methodical approach to problem solving. 
• Registered or eligible to register as an Engineer-in-Training with Engineers and Geoscientists BC. The assigned title will reflect registration status. 

Preferred qualifications 

• Exposure to RTDS hardware and RSCAD, including real-time electromagnetic transient simulation. 
• Experience with generators, battery storage, inverters, microgrids, protection relays, or data centre electrical systems. 
• Familiarity with Phoenix Contact PLCnext, SEL RTACs, PLC programming, or industrial Ethernet networks. 
• Introductory knowledge of IEC 61850, Modbus TCP, analog measurements, and digital inputs and outputs. 
• Experience with oscilloscopes, data acquisition, test automation, or version control. 

Prior commercial RTDS experience is an advantage, but is not essential for the junior role.

Working arrangements 

This is a full-time role based primarily at ETP’s North Vancouver laboratory. Regular onsite work is required for hardware integration and testing. Occasional travel may be required to support customer testing or commissioning activities.

The opportunity 

The role provides practical experience with real controllers, power system models, and client testing projects, with guidance from senior engineers and opportunities to take on greater modelling and testing responsibility as skills develop.

How to apply 

Submit a resume and a short summary of relevant academic, laboratory, or industry projects through the contact listed in the job advertisement. Describe the simulation tools used, your own contribution, and any hardware testing experience.

Why Join EdgeTunePower?

At EdgeTunePower, you will have the opportunity to work on technically challenging projects involving AI data centers, BESS, renewable energy, microgrids, advanced power system controls, and real-time/HIL validation. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary engineering team working on the next generation of reliable and resilient power systems.