Senior Electrical Engineer – Interconnection Study

AVEVA Group; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

ETAP is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer in Irvine, CA to lead transmission and distribution interconnection studies for utility-scale renewables, storage, and conventional generation. You will model, simulate, and analyze interconnections across transmission and distribution networks.

You will coordinate with utilities and ISOs/RTOs, prepare comprehensive reports, and mentor engineers while contributing to tool development for advanced grid analyses and renewable integration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems emphasis preferred).
• 5+ years of experience conducting and leading transmission and/or distribution interconnection studies for utility-scale projects.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. interconnection standards and procedures (IEEE 1547, IEEE 2800, NERC/FERC, ISO/RTO).

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate detailed models for renewable generation, battery storage, and distributed resources.
• Lead interconnection studies for transmission and distribution systems.
• Conduct studies using multiple software platforms (ETAP, PSSE, PSCAD, PSLF, TSAT).
• Coordinate with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and developers to ensure compliance with U.S. interconnection requirements (FERC, NERC, IEEE, state standards).
• Prepare study reports, memoranda, and client presentations with results and recommendations.
• Supervise and mentor study engineers to ensure consistency and quality across projects.
• Provide technical leadership in study methodologies, automation tools, and best practices for U.S. T&D interconnection studies.
• Research, design, and test software applications for modeling, control, and energy management of renewable systems.

Skills

Interconnection standards & procedures

PSSE/PSCAD/PSLF/TSAT experience

Python scripting & automation

Project leadership

Education

Electrical Engineering (Power Systems emphasis)

Tools

PSSE

PSCAD

PSLF

TSAT

Python

Job description

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: Senior Electrical Engineer

Job location: Irvine, CA

Job type: Full-time/ Hybrid

ETAP is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer with deep expertise in Transmission and Distribution (T&D) Interconnection Studies within the power grid. The successful candidate will lead modeling, simulation, and technical analyses for interconnections involving utility-scale renewable generation, battery energy storage, and conventional generation across both transmission and distribution networks. This role also contributes to the development of next-generation tools that address the growing challenges of renewable integration and grid reliability.

The ideal candidate has extensive hands‑on experience leading utility‑scale interconnection projects across the U.S., with strong technical judgment, in‑depth understanding of ISO/RTO procedures, and a proven track record of delivering high‑quality studies and obtaining regulatory approvals.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and validate detailed models for renewable generation, battery storage, and distributed resources.
• Lead and perform interconnection studies for both transmission and distribution systems, including:
• Conduct studies using and cross-verifying results from multiple software platforms such as ETAP, PSSE, PSCAD, PSLF and TSAT.
• Coordinate with utilities, ISOs/RTOs, and developers to ensure compliance with U.S. interconnection requirements (e.g., FERC, NERC, IEEE, state utility standards).
• Prepare comprehensive study reports, technical memoranda, and client presentations summarizing results and recommendations.
• Supervise and mentor study engineers, ensuring consistency and quality of results across projects.
• Provide technical leadership in developing study methodologies, automation tools, and best practices for U.S. T&D interconnection studies.
• Research, design, and test software applications for modeling, control, and energy management of renewable energy systems.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems emphasis preferred).
• 5+ years of professional experience conducting and leading transmission and/or distribution interconnection studies for utility-scale projects.
• Strong working knowledge of U.S. interconnection standards and procedures , including IEEE 1547 , IEEE 2800 , NERC/FERC , and ISO/RTO processes (CAISO, PJM, ERCOT, MISO, etc.).
• Proficiency in simulation tools such as PSSE, PSCAD, PSLF, and TSAT, along with familiarity with their associated scripting and automation interfaces (e.g., Python, PSS/E API, PSLF EPCL, PSCAD scripting).
• Expertise in modeling and control of renewable plants, battery storage, and inverter-based resources.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly explain complex technical results to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and lead cross-functional engineering teams.
• Work Authorization: U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency/work authorization.

Salary Range: 79,500.00 - 132,500.00 USD Annual 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.