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Power Engineer

ETAP Software
Irvine, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 4/10/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/9/2026
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: Electrical Power Engineer – Protection Division

Location: Irvine, CA

Work Type: Full Time/ Hybrid

About ETAP

ETAP is the world’s leading provider of power system modeling, analysis, and real-time simulation software. With a global footprint and a strong focus on innovation, ETAP delivers advanced engineering solutions and services to clients across a wide range of industries.

The Protection Division at ETAP is seeking a motivated, disciplined, and growth-oriented Electrical Power Engineer to join our team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of power system protection engineering and advanced software development in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Job Summary

The Electrical Power Engineer will support the Protection Division by contributing to power system protection and coordination studies, software development, testing, and customer support activities. The position requires strong analytical skills, sound engineering judgment, and a passion for power system protection.

Key Responsibilities

  • Contribute to the innovation, enhancement, and continuous improvement of ETAP software and related documentation
  • Test existing and newly developed software features using sound engineering judgment and industry best practices
  • Develop, validate, and maintain protective device models to support ETAP applications
  • Provide technical support and product training to clients and internal teams
  • Assist with power system protection and coordination studies for assigned projects

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited college or university (Master’s degree preferred)
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a team environment
  • Strong mathematical, analytical, and problem-solving skills
  • U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency/work authorization

Preferred Qualifications

  • Relevant coursework, internship, or hands-on experience in electrical power systems
  • Passed Fundamentals of Engineering (FE/EIT) or Professional Engineer (PE) exam
  • Familiarity with power system studies, including protection and coordination
  • Experience with ETAP software is highly desirable

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.

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