Model Based Controls Engineer

Position Summary

Lion Energy is seeking a Model Based Controls Engineer to support development of advanced control systems for next-generation energy storage and portable power solutions. This role focuses on independently developing control models, algorithms, and simulation environments while contributing to system-level product development. Engineers in this role demonstrate strong technical proficiency, collaborate across disciplines, and help ensure high-performance and reliable control system implementations.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Independently design, develop, and implement control systems for energy storage and power conversion products
• Develop and maintain plant models for energy storage systems using MATLAB, Simulink, and Simscape
• Design and simulate control algorithms supporting:
  • DC-DC and DC-AC conversion
  • Maximum Power Point Tracking (MPPT)
  • Battery charge management and protection
  • Energy management and system-level power coordination
• Perform simulation and validation of control algorithms using plant models and system simulations
• Generate production-ready control algorithm source code using model-based design workflows
• Collaborate with embedded software engineers to integrate generated code into hardware platforms and BSP layers
• Participate actively in system architecture discussions, design reviews, and code reviews
• Understand system-level interactions, integration constraints, and performance trade-offs
• Identify, debug, and resolve moderately complex modeling and control system issues
• Partner with validation teams to define test procedures and verification strategies
• Document models, algorithms, and technical decisions supporting development and validation efforts

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
• Typically 2–5 years of controls engineering or model-based design experience
• Strong proficiency in MATLAB, Simulink, and Simscape
• Experience designing and validating control algorithms using simulation and model-based development workflows
• Working knowledge of embedded system integration principles
• Familiarity with LabVIEW or other test automation tools preferred
• Understanding of energy storage and power electronics systems is a plus, including:
  • MPPT
  • DC-DC converters
  • Inverters
  • Battery management and energy management systems
• Familiarity with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and SysML is a plus
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
• Experience developing validation procedures and test plans preferred

Impact & Growth Expectations

• Deliver control models and algorithm features with minimal supervision
• Demonstrate growing system-level understanding of energy storage and power conversion
• Improve control system performance, reliability, and maintainability
• Expand subsystem ownership and technical influence over time

Compensation & Benefits

Lion Energy offers a competitive total rewards package designed to support employee wellbeing and long-term success, including:

• Competitive salary and performance incentives
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Retirement savings program with company matching
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Professional development and career growth opportunities

About Lion Energy

Lion Energy develops safe, renewable lithium energy storage solutions designed to help individuals, families, and organizations achieve energy independence. Our products span portable power, residential storage, and commercial energy solutions. We foster a collaborative, fast-paced engineering environment focused on innovation and sustainability.