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The driving force behind our success has always been the people of AspenTech. What drives us, is our aspiration, our desire and ambition to keep pushing the envelope, overcoming any hurdle, challenging the status quo to continually find a better way. You will experience these qualities of passion, pride and aspiration in many ways — from a rich set of career development programs to support of community service projects to social events that foster fun and relationship building across our global community.
The Role
We are seeking talented, energetic, and customer focused application engineers to join a rapidly growing field where you will help deliver state of the art Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) to leading electric utilities worldwide. In this role, you will design, build, configure, test, and deliver systems while collaborating closely with fellow engineers and customers.Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) is a high growth area in our business that unlocks an electric distribution utility’s ability to monitor, manage, control, and optimize the grid. As a DMS Application Engineer you will be involved in all aspects of the successful delivery of systems to our customers. You will be engaged with our customers supporting efforts to design, build, configure, troubleshoot, and test the deployment of our systems. This position gives you broad exposure to the entire ADMS and will focus on advanced applications such as Distribution Power Flow (DPF), Fault Location Isolation & Service Restoration (FLISR), and Volt/VAR Control & Optimization (VVC/VVO). In this role, you will be a primary point of contact with our customers throughout and after the project lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to work across functional teams including other ADMS Application Engineers, the Architecture & Product Solution teams, and our Software Development organization. You will be reporting to an ADMS Delivery Lead or Manager.
Your Impact
- Implementation of control systems at electric utilities that improve their efficiency to operate the modern grid while ensuring contract requirements and specifications are met
- Participate in design, planning, and execution of ADMS projects
- Installation and configuration of advanced distribution management applications such as Distribution Power Flow (DPF), Fault Location Isolation & Service Restoration (FLISR), and Volt/VAR Control & Optimization (VVC/VVO).
- Provide technical direction to engineers on installation and configuration of ADMS products
- Support testing events with the customer
- Work closely with OSI development teams to troubleshoot, prioritize, and test product changes
- Interface with the utility’s Geographic Information System (GIS) teams to extract, translate, and load the electrical network model to the Distribution Management System
- Configure and integrate software components to meet contract requirement specifications and test with customers
- Train customers on how to operate the systems being delivered
- Provide technical support to troubleshoot and resolve issues observed on live systems
What You'll Need
- Possession of a Bachelor's of electric, electrical-computer science engineering, or computer science degree
- 3-5 years of experience in a similar Application Engineering role
- Willingness to travel (25% average)
- Understanding of Electric Distribution Power Systems and modeling is preferred (Load Flow Studies, Coordination Studies, Arc Flash Studies)
- Operations or engineering experience at an electric utility is preferred
- Programming and scripting experience (C/python)
- Database and data structure knowledge and experience (SQL, XML, Mongo, GIS)
- Strong experience troubleshooting complex systems and software applications Knowledge of system designs, computer systems, engineering practices, and control systems
- Strong work ethic including willingness to learn and investigate new technologies and problems
- Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
- Proven ability to organize and prioritize work within tight timelines
- Master’s degree in Power Systems Engineering or equivalent a plus
Work Authorization
AspenTech will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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This role is a valuable part of our Digital Grid Management team at AspenTech. Learn more about the team here:
Together We Build the Utility of the Future | Digital Grid Management | AspenTech
The salary range for this role is $79,500.00 - $99,400.00. This range represents what we in good faith believe is the range possible for base compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors. This range may be modified in the future. This role is also eligible for bonus or variable incentive pay. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, charitable giveback day, medical/dental/vision insurance, and retirement benefits to eligible employees.The driving force behind our success has always been the people of AspenTech. What drives us, is our aspiration, our desire and ambition to keep pushing the envelope, overcoming any hurdle, challenging the status quo to continually find a better way. You will experience these qualities of passion, pride and aspiration in many ways — from a rich set of career development programs to support of community service projects to social events that foster fun and relationship building across our global community.
The Role
We are seeking talented, energetic, and customer focused application engineers to join a rapidly growing field where you will help deliver state of the art Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) to leading electric utilities worldwide. In this role, you will design, build, configure, test, and deliver systems while collaborating closely with fellow engineers and customers.Advanced Distribution Management System (ADMS) is a high growth area in our business that unlocks an electric distribution utility’s ability to monitor, manage, control, and optimize the grid. As a DMS Application Engineer you will be involved in all aspects of the successful delivery of systems to our customers. You will be engaged with our customers supporting efforts to design, build, configure, troubleshoot, and test the deployment of our systems. This position gives you broad exposure to the entire ADMS and will focus on advanced applications such as Distribution Power Flow (DPF), Fault Location Isolation & Service Restoration (FLISR), and Volt/VAR Control & Optimization (VVC/VVO). In this role, you will be a primary point of contact with our customers throughout and after the project lifecycle. You will have the opportunity to work across functional teams including other ADMS Application Engineers, the Architecture & Product Solution teams, and our Software Development organization. You will be reporting to an ADMS Delivery Lead or Manager.
Your Impact
- Implementation of control systems at electric utilities that improve their efficiency to operate the modern grid while ensuring contract requirements and specifications are met
- Participate in design, planning, and execution of ADMS projects
- Installation and configuration of advanced distribution management applications such as Distribution Power Flow (DPF), Fault Location Isolation & Service Restoration (FLISR), and Volt/VAR Control & Optimization (VVC/VVO).
- Provide technical direction to engineers on installation and configuration of ADMS products
- Support testing events with the customer
- Work closely with OSI development teams to troubleshoot, prioritize, and test product changes
- Interface with the utility’s Geographic Information System (GIS) teams to extract, translate, and load the electrical network model to the Distribution Management System
- Configure and integrate software components to meet contract requirement specifications and test with customers
- Train customers on how to operate the systems being delivered
- Provide technical support to troubleshoot and resolve issues observed on live systems
What You'll Need
- Possession of a Bachelor's of electric, electrical-computer science engineering, or computer science degree
- 3-5 years of experience in a similar Application Engineering role
- Willingness to travel (25% average)
- Understanding of Electric Distribution Power Systems and modeling is preferred (Load Flow Studies, Coordination Studies, Arc Flash Studies)
- Operations or engineering experience at an electric utility is preferred
- Programming and scripting experience (C/python)
- Database and data structure knowledge and experience (SQL, XML, Mongo, GIS)
- Strong experience troubleshooting complex systems and software applications Knowledge of system designs, computer systems, engineering practices, and control systems
- Strong work ethic including willingness to learn and investigate new technologies and problems
- Strong communication skills, both verbally and written
- Proven ability to organize and prioritize work within tight timelines
- Master’s degree in Power Systems Engineering or equivalent a plus
Work Authorization
AspenTech will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
#LI-AA2
This role is a valuable part of our Digital Grid Management team at AspenTech. Learn more about the team here:
Together We Build the Utility of the Future | Digital Grid Management | AspenTech
The salary range for this role is $79,500.00 - $99,400.00. This range represents what we in good faith believe is the range possible for base compensation for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range based on several factors. This range may be modified in the future. This role is also eligible for bonus or variable incentive pay. Additionally, we offer a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, charitable giveback day, medical/dental/vision insurance, and retirement benefits to eligible employees.Power Systems Engineer Jobs by Experience Level
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Who's Hiring
- Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories19
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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 Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories, Cushing Terrell, and Sargent & Lundy, with the largest share of openings in Texas, California, and North Carolina, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Utilities, defense contractors, and renewable energy developers consistently represent the bulk of active demand.
How many power systems engineer jobs are remote?
About 67% of power systems engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 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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