Principal Power Systems Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 9, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 8, 2026. ETAP scores B on the Alion truth index.
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: Principal Power Systems Engineer
Location: Milton Keynes
Employment Type: full-time/hybrid
Overview of Role
The Principal Power Systems Engineer is a technical authority and subject-matter expert in
Grid Code compliance and Transient Stability analysis. The role involves leading complex
power system studies, delivering ETAP-based training, and providing expert customer
support across UK and European markets.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead Grid Code compliance and Transient Stability studies
- Perform load flow, short circuit, dynamic and protection studies
- Apply UK and European Grid Codes in system studies
- Develop and validate ETAP models for dynamic analysis
- Provide advanced customer support and consultancy
- Deliver ETAP training and technical workshops
- Support pre-sales, demos and customer engagement
- Mentor engineers and drive technical excellence
Skills and Experience
- 7+ years in power system analysis
- Expert in transient stability and dynamic simulation
- Strong knowledge of Grid Codes (UK & Europe)
- Advanced ETAP or similar software experience
- Experience in training delivery and customer support
- Strong analytical and communication skills
Education
- Degree in Electrical Engineering
- Postgraduate preferred
- Chartered Engineer (CEng) preferred
Location
- Central Milton Keynes
Salary and benefits
We have a very strong focus on people and reward our employees with competitive
salary packages and associated benefits.
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.