Hi James,
Thank you for being patience.
Please refer to the following demo sample which demonstrates expand and collapse of the groups in the GridGroupingControl without any issues for a custom engine. Is it possible for you to update us the modified sample to reproduce the issue here, it would help us to debug your issue at the earliest.
GGC_ExtraSection.zipKindly let us know if you need any further assistance.
Have a nice day.
Best regards,
Madhan