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Power Systems Engineer jobs are open across utilities, defense, renewables, and heavy industry, from entry-level to principal and lead, with specializations in grid protection, power electronics, and transmission planning. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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INTRODUCTION
Consulting Services, a part of GE Vernova, has offices in multiple countries and offers global clients (external & GE Vernova verticals) a wide range of solutions across the entire spectrum of power generation, delivery, and utilization. Consulting Services at GE Vernova is a team that has comprehensive global experience in power system studies including in-depth experience in analyzing shunt and series compensations including application of SVCs, FACTS, HVDC, synchronous condensers, STATCOMs, and power plant and transmission system dynamic controls. Our global team has professional experience with leading power system simulation and analysis software tools like Positive Sequence Load Flow (PSLF) software and Multi-Area Production Simulation (MAPS) software, as well as PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSCAD, EMTP, ASPEN, ETAP, other commercial application tools, and many specialized in-house tools. Our team also has deep experience with voltage control and reactive planning issues as well as the tools and procedures that are most effective in studying them. We perform detailed steady state, voltage and transient stability studies of regional transmission systems, generation interconnections, and renewable generation impacts, as well as specialized studies for sub-synchronous resonance, and torsional and control interactions.
ROLE SUMMARY/PURPOSE
As a member of the Consulting Services Grid Integration and Stability (GIS) practice area, the selected candidate will be an active contributor to the GE Vernova business initiatives related to power systems and power electronics equipment and services to support energy transition.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform technical analysis related to power electronic and power systems control of renewable generation, battery energy storage systems, large industrial drives, and FACTS.
- Support customers with power systems engineering expertise; including modeling, analysis, equipment design and specification, and failure mode analysis.
- Create, modify, and parametrize simulation models representing GE Vernova inverter-based resources (IBR) products like wind turbines, solar and battery storage.
- Evaluate grid code compliance and impact of renewable projects in bulk power systems.
- Support development of transmission and distribution connected IBR and distributed energy resource (DER) products for evolving codes and standards through participation in industry standards groups.
- Perform power system transient studies, and detailed equipment modeling using appropriate software tools.
- Develop technical understanding of electrical characteristics of GEV’s power electronic generation and transmission products and their integration to electrical grids.
- Effectively communicate results to both internal and external customers by preparing detailed written reports or presentations describing analyses performed, solutions developed, and customer value propositions.
- Enhance industry knowledge and present technical content in regional forums and conferences; serve as a thought leader in industry activities.
- Actively participate in a working environment where teamwork, quality, customer service and innovation are prized.
QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:
- Master’s degree in electrical engineering or electric power engineering or related field of study and minimum three (3) years of industry experience performing transient analysis using simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP and steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSAT.
- Three (3) years of industry experience with the use and application of common programming languages (e.g. Python, MATLAB, FORTRAN).
- OR Ph.D. degree in electrical engineering, electric power engineering, or related field of study – no industry experience is required with this qualification.
- Strong background in power system analysis.
- Solid understanding of inverter-based resources (control system) design and application considerations with experience developing user-defined models.
ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to travel for supporting project work, meeting team members, attending industry standard working group meetings and conferences (up to 10%).
- This position is eligible for remote work within the United States.
DESIRED CHARACTERISTICS:
- Advanced experience in creating and modifying dynamic user models in simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, DSATools i.e., PSAT, TSAT and SSAT and PSLF is a plus.
- Excellent interpersonal communication skills (e.g. ability to effectively communicate with all levels of GE Vernova and customer/plant staff).
- Advanced experience with steady state and dynamic analysis using large data base simulation tools like PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSLF and use of programming languages like C and C++ is a plus.
- Experience in electromagnetic transient simulation tools like PSCAD/EMTDC and EMTP.
- Advanced experience with dynamic and time-domain simulation tools (e.g. FORTRAN programming of user-written models in PSCAD (“black box” models) and in EMTP as well as PSS/E, use of Python/MATLAB scripting to automate execution and analysis of multiple simulations).
- Demonstrated application of complex mathematics and engineering to real-world electric power system problems.
- IEEE/CIGRE published articles related to power systems engineering topics, participation in industry standards working groups.
- Experience with Data Center related studies is a plus.
- Project management experience.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
GE Vernova offers a great work environment, professional development, challenging careers, and competitive compensation. GE Vernova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.
GE Vernova will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a drug screen (as applicable).
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE PROVIDED: No
LI-Remote - This is a remote position
Application Deadline: July 15, 2026
For candidates applying to a U.S. based position, the pay range for this position is between $89,300.00 and $148,700.00. The Company pays a geographic differential of 110%, 120% or 130% of salary in certain areas. The specific pay offered may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate’s experience, education, and skill set.
Bonus eligibility: discretionary annual bonus.
This posting is expected to remain open for at least seven days after it was posted on June 17, 2026.
Available benefits include medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage; access to Health Coach from GE Vernova, a 24/7 nurse-based resource; and access to the Employee Assistance Program, providing 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral services. Retirement benefits include the GE Vernova Retirement Savings Plan, a tax-advantaged 401(k) savings opportunity with company matching contributions and company retirement contributions, as well as access to Fidelity resources and financial planning consultants. Other benefits include tuition assistance, adoption assistance, paid parental leave, disability benefits, life insurance, 12 paid holidays, and permissive time off.
GE Vernova Inc. or its affiliates (collectively or individually, “GE Vernova”) sponsor certain employee benefit plans or programs GE Vernova reserves the right to terminate, amend, suspend, replace, or modify its benefit plans and programs at any time and for any reason, in its sole discretion. No individual has a vested right to any benefit under a GE Vernova welfare benefit plan or program. This document does not create a contract of employment with any individual.
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A snapshot from current openings nationwide, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Generac Power Systems129

- Arcadis71

- Monolithic Power Systems59

- Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories23

- DNV19

Top Industries Hiring
- Manufacturing193
- Consulting & Professional Services155
- Electronics & Hardware98
- Construction & Real Estate75
- Energy46
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in power systems engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering with a focus on power systems
- Proficiency in power systems analysis software such as ETAP, PSS/E, or PowerWorld
- Experience with protection relay configuration, coordination studies, and fault analysis
- Knowledge of NERC reliability standards and IEEE power system standards
- Hands-on experience with transmission, distribution, or substation design
- Professional Engineer license or active progress toward PE licensure
Tips for Your Power Systems Engineer Job Search
Quantify your protection relay work
Hiring managers want specifics. List the relay families you've programmed, the fault currents you've calculated, and the substations you've commissioned. Generic claims about 'protection experience' won't separate your resume from the stack.
Match your specialization to the employer type
Utilities prioritize NERC reliability standards and transmission planning. Defense contractors want power electronics and EMI hardening. Renewable developers need inverter controls and interconnection study experience. Read the posting carefully and reorder your bullet points to lead with what matches.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists power systems engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Earn your PE license before you need it
Many utility and public-sector roles require a Professional Engineer license to sign off on designs. Start logging your work experience hours under a licensed PE now so you're eligible to sit the PE exam when postings require it.
Prepare load flow and fault study walk-throughs
Interviewers at utilities and EPC firms routinely ask you to walk through a short-circuit or load flow analysis you've run. Have a real project ready, name the software you used, and be able to explain how your results influenced the design decision.
Follow up with technical details after interviews
A follow-up note that references a specific technical question from the interview, and adds a detail you didn't fully cover, stands out far more than a generic thank-you. Power engineering hiring teams are small and remember candidates who demonstrate depth.
Power Systems Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most power systems engineers?
The companies hiring the most power systems engineers right now include Generac Power Systems, Arcadis, and Monolithic Power Systems, with the largest share of openings in California, Wisconsin, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Utilities, defense contractors, and renewable energy developers consistently represent the bulk of active demand.
How many power systems engineer jobs are remote?
About 15% of power systems engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, which is lower than the broader engineering average because much of the work involves on-site commissioning, substation visits, and facility coordination. Roles focused on modeling, simulation, and protection relay settings reviews tend to offer the most location flexibility.
How do you become a power systems engineer?
Start with a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, taking electives in power systems analysis, machines, and controls. Gain hands-on experience through internships at utilities or EPC firms. Pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam, log supervised work experience, and sit the Professional Engineer exam. Familiarity with industry-standard software like ETAP or PSS/E is expected before most employers will interview you seriously.
Can you get a power systems engineer job with little experience?
Entry-level roles at utilities and engineering consultancies do hire new graduates, but you'll need to show more than coursework. Internship experience at a utility or EPC firm, a senior capstone project involving load flow or protection coordination, and demonstrated software skills in ETAP or PowerWorld all help. Rotating programs at large utilities are a structured path in without years of prior experience.
What does the power systems engineer interview process look like?
Most processes include an initial recruiter screen, a technical phone interview covering protection basics and power systems fundamentals, and an in-person or panel round where you walk through past projects in detail. Some utilities add a written or software-based assessment. Defense and government contractors often require a background check and may ask about security clearance eligibility before extending an offer.
Where can I find and apply to power systems engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to power systems engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find the roles that match your specialization and experience level, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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