ETAP empowers customers to make informed decisions throughout the life cycle of their projects with innovative software solutions for electrical systems. By applying ETAP solutions, customers experience continuous intelligence during design and engineering and into operations and maintenance using a unified electrical digital twin platform. ETAP supports customers in their digital transformation and sustainable energy transitions for a green and smart future, helping them to prioritize safety, maximize reliability, and stay resilient.
Our employees' passion for excellence, innovation, and customer satisfaction is our most-prized resource. If you share that passion — and want to be part of a company that leads the energy transition towards a cleaner and more resilient world for future generations — we invite you to join us!
ETAP is committed to creating a diverse work environment and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Job Title: Power System Engineer
Location: Irvine, CA
Work Type: Full Time/ Hybrid
The Power System Engineer will support the Software Deployment and Operations Division (SDOD) by contributing to ETAP software deployment, testing, automation, and technical support. This role combines electrical engineering fundamentals with software troubleshooting, requiring strong analytical skills and a passion for power system applications.
Key Responsibilities
Support installation, licensing, and configuration of ETAP software environments
Troubleshoot network communication and software deployment issues
Develop and execute manual and automated test procedures for ETAP features
Identify, log, and validate software defects and enhancements
Assist with multi-language deployment environments and system setup
Provide technical support and respond to customer inquiries
Collaborate with engineering teams and report project status
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles for power systems
Experience troubleshooting network and software environment issues
Familiarity with Windows OS (10/11) and database systems (SQL Server CE, SQLite)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office, SQL, and Python
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency/work authorization
Preferred Qualifications
Coursework in Power System Analysis (Load Flow, Short-Circuit, etc.)
Experience with software testing or automation
Familiarity with ETAP software or similar tools
Experience setting up test environments for software deployment
Salary Range:
65,000.00 - 108,000.00 USD Annual
This pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation that the position offers, and final compensation can vary within the range depending on work location, job experience, skills, and relevant educational attainment and/or training.
ETAP requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before they start employment. Background checks will be conducted in accordance with local laws and may, subject to those laws, include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, credit check. Certain positions dealing with sensitive and/or third party personal data may involve additional background check criteria.
ETAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to being an exemplary employer with an inclusive culture, developing a workplace environment where all our employees are treated with dignity and respect. We value diversity and the expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.
Come and join ETAP to create the transformative technology that enables our customers to engineer a better world.

ETAP is the global market and technology leader in modeling, design, analysis, optimization, monitoring, control, and automation software for electrical power systems.
The company has been powering success for over 35 years by providing the most comprehensive and widely-used enterprise solution for generation, transmission, distribution, industrial, transportation, and low-voltage power systems.
Founded in 1986, ETAP is headquartered in Irvine, California, USA, with offices around the world.