Software Integration Test Engineer -SCADA

ETAP Software; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

ETAP in the United States is seeking a Software Integration Test Engineer - SCADA to validate the integration between ETAP’s electrical digital twin platform and third‑party SCADA/EMS systems. The role emphasizes REST APIs, OPC UA, telemetry mapping, and automated model synchronization.

Responsibilities include developing and executing test plans, validating REST API exchanges, verifying telemetry mapping, testing OPC UA communications, and collaborating with vendor teams to troubleshoot

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience testing software integrations, industrial software, or enterprise applications.
• Basic understanding of electrical power systems, including one‑line diagrams and common electrical equipment.
• Experience testing REST APIs using tools such as Postman, Swagger, Insomnia, or similar.
• Familiarity with OPC UA communications and industrial data exchange.
• Experience validating multi‑system software integrations.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate across internal engineering teams and external software vendors.
• U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency/work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans for integrations between ETAP and third‑party systems.
• Validate REST API‑based exchange of electrical network models and configuration data.
• Verify automated telemetry mapping and synchronization between SCADA and ETAP.
• Test OPC UA communications, real‑time data acquisition, and end‑to‑end system interoperability.
• Collaborate with third‑party software teams to troubleshoot interface and integration issues.
• Work with product management and development teams to ensure new integration features meet functional requirements.
• Document defects, reproduce customer issues, and support validation through product release.

Skills

Software integration testing

Electrical power systems basics

REST API testing

OPC UA

Multi-system integrations

Troubleshooting

Communication

Work authorization in US

Tools

Postman

Swagger

Insomnia

Wireshark

Fiddler

Jira

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.

Job Title

Software Integration Test Engineer - SCADA

Location

Irvine, CA or Houston, TX

Employment Type

Full-time / Hybrid

The SCADA Integration Test Engineer is responsible for validating the integration between ETAP’s electrical digital twin platform and third‑party SCADA and Energy Management Systems. This role focuses on ensuring seamless interoperability through REST APIs, OPC UA, automatic telemetry mapping, and automated model synchronization.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute test plans for integrations between ETAP and third‑party systems.
• Validate REST API‑based exchange of electrical network models and configuration data.
• Verify automated telemetry mapping and synchronization between SCADA and ETAP.
• Test OPC UA communications, real‑time data acquisition, and end‑to‑end system interoperability.
• Collaborate with third‑party software teams to troubleshoot interface and integration issues.
• Work with product management and development teams to ensure new integration features meet functional requirements.
• Document defects, reproduce customer issues, and support validation through product release.

Required Skills And Experience

• 2–5 years of experience testing software integrations, industrial software, or enterprise applications.
• Basic understanding of electrical power systems, including one‑line diagrams and common electrical equipment.
• Experience testing REST APIs using tools such as Postman, Swagger, Insomnia, or similar.
• Familiarity with OPC UA communications and industrial data exchange.
• Experience validating multi‑system software integrations.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to coordinate across internal engineering teams and external software vendors.
• U.S. Citizenship or permanent residency/work authorization.

Desired Skills

• Experience working with SCADA, EMS, ADMS, DMS, or industrial software platforms.
• Knowledge of telemetry, real‑time data acquisition, and tag mapping concepts.
• Familiarity with JSON, XML, and data exchange formats.
• Understanding of authentication methods such as OAuth, API keys, and certificates.
• Experience using network analysis tools such as Wireshark or Fiddler.
• Experience with SQL databases and basic scripting (Python, PowerShell, or similar) for test automation.
• Knowledge of IEC 61850, OPC UA, Modbus, or other industrial communication standards.
• Familiarity with issue tracking systems such as Jira.

Salary Range

65,000.00 - 105,000.00 USD Annual

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.