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In this role, you'll develop microgrid control solutions for customers across the U.S to achieve energy savings, reduce greenhouse emissions, improve system resiliency and realize energy independence.

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Experience with data center substations, microgrids, and Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) is required. * Strong knowledge of the construction means, methods, and energy infrastructure projects.

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How much do microgrid jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for microgrid in Massachusetts is $37.51, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.78 and $44.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a microgrid?

A Microgrid job typically involves designing, developing, managing, and optimizing microgrid systems that integrate renewable energy, battery storage, and traditional power sources. Professionals in this field work on improving energy resilience, efficiency, and sustainability for communities, businesses, and critical infrastructure. Roles can include engineering, project management, operations, and policy development. The job may also require expertise in energy management software, grid integration, and regulatory compliance.

What does a microgrid engineer or specialist do?

As a Microgrid Engineer or Specialist, you will frequently work on designing, optimizing, and overseeing the installation of distributed energy systems that may incorporate solar, wind, battery storage, and traditional generators. Your daily responsibilities often involve system modeling, load analysis, performance monitoring, and troubleshooting, as well as engaging with utility partners, customers, and regulatory agencies. Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams is common, requiring clear communication to coordinate project milestones and ensure compliance with safety standards. This dynamic role offers opportunities to develop innovative solutions for a more resilient and sustainable energy infrastructure.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the microgrid position?

To excel as a Microgrid Engineer or Specialist, you need a solid understanding of electrical engineering principles, renewable energy systems, and power distribution, often supported by a degree in engineering or a related field. Proficiency with software tools such as SCADA, Energy Management Systems (EMS), and grid modeling platforms, along with certifications like Professional Engineer (PE) or microgrid-specific credentials, is beneficial. Strong problem-solving abilities, teamwork, and effective communication skills are essential for collaborating with various stakeholders and responding to operational challenges. These skills ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable design, operation, and maintenance of microgrid systems in increasingly decentralized energy markets.

What cities in Massachusetts are hiring for Microgrid jobs?

Cities in Massachusetts with the most Microgrid job openings:

Infographic showing various Microgrid job openings in Massachusetts as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 74% In-person, and 26% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $78,019 per year, or $37.5 per hour.

Senior Microgrid Controls Engineer

Franklin, MA • On-site


Eaton
Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

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$86K - $126K/yr

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Eaton's Electrical Engineering Services & Systems division is hiring a Senior Microgrid Controls Engineer. In this role, you'll develop microgrid control solutions for customers across the U.S to achieve energy savings, reduce greenhouse emissions, improve system resiliency and realize energy independence. As part of our fieldfocused engineering team, our anticipated travel for the role is 35% to support project execution and system commissioning

The expected annual salary range for this role is $86000 - $126000 a year. In addition to salary, this role also offers paid overtime and a company vehicle. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only.

Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. What you'll do: As part of our Microgrid Controls Team, you will design, develop, test, implement and commission Microgrid Control solutions consisting of Solar Photovoltaic (PV), Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), Diesel/Natural Gas and Generators for our customers, using Automation Controllers, HMI's, Multi-function Protection Relays, and Data Concentrators from all major OEM's. You will work independently on assigned project tasks with support and guidance from the Program Manager and other Microgrid Controls team members.

You will work with multiple Eaton business groups as part of a project execution team to deliver a complete Microgrid power system solution while ensuring the project is delivered on-schedule and within budget. Making what matters work at Eaton takes the passion of every employee around the world. We create an environment where creativity, invention and discovery become reality, each and every day.

It's where bold, bright professionals like you can reach your full potential-and where you can help us reach ours. In this role, you will: Create, modify, test, and deploy software for Automation Controllers and Human Machine Interfaces (HMI's) for Microgrid applications. Follow customers, drawings and specifications and internal specifications for project implementation.

Select components and create bill of materials. Prepare submittal documentation for projects and meet with customers to discuss project requirements and review submittals. Provide sketches, mark-ups, and direction to Electrical Designers to develop project drawings.

Prepare customer submittals, Sequence of Operation (SOO), and test procedures. Review DER vendor submittals and coordinate control requirements with vendors. Collaborate with other Eaton business groups to ensure Microgrid solution meets design intent.

Assist with factory testing and field start-ups as required. Troubleshoot systems that are not functioning properly. Qualifications: Required Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution with minimum 3 years of experience in power distribution controls applications.

Understanding of Electric Power Systems. Understanding of Microgrid operations. Understanding of DERs (PV, BESS, and Generators).

Possess and maintain a valid driver's license. Preferred qualifications: PE License. Knowledge of electrical distribution equipment and components (low voltage switchboards, low voltage switchgear, medium voltage switchgear).

Knowledge of Power Monitoring and Control Systems. Knowledge of Industrial Communication protocols (Modbus, DNP3, IEC-61850). Knowledge of Automation Controller Programming (CODESYS, ladder logic, structured text, function block diagram).

Experience with Inductive Automation's Ignition (Perspective). Experience with Automation Controllers, SCADA and industrial networks. Experience with multi-function protection relay based controls.

Ability to clearly communicate technical topics to varying audiences of internal and external stakeholders. Field experience working on electrical distribution systems/equipment in commercial and industrial sites and knowledge of electrical safe work practices. #LI-LS3 The application window for this position is anticipated to close on August 15, 2026.

We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Eaton believes in second chance employment.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at 1-800-836-6345 to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number. We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families.

Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.


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