Electrical AI Developer

Electrical AI Developer

Location:

Irvine, CA | Type:
Full-time / Hybrid

As an Electrical AI Developer at ETAP, you will play a key role in the development, enhancement, and deployment of ETAP’s AI-based solutions. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams including power systems engineers, data scientists, software developers, and UI specialists to design and implement intelligent assistance tools that support modeling, analysis, planning, protection, and operation of electrical power systems.

• Design, develop, and maintain AI‑driven features for ETAP’s electrical engineering applications.
• Collaborate with power system engineers to translate domain knowledge and analytical workflows into machine learning models and intelligent automation tools.
• Implement algorithms for system modeling, network optimization, fault analysis, system planning, energy management, and grid stability.
• Develop and integrate large language model (LLM)-based assistants to enhance user experience and reduce engineering workload.
• Work with data teams to curate training datasets, perform model validation, and ensure accuracy and reliability of AI outputs.
• Optimize computational performance and ensure scalability of AI-driven functionalities across ETAP product suites.
• Participate in code reviews, documentation, testing, and continuous improvement processes.
• Participate in the software development life cycle, including specification, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation of new web‑based AI features and enhancements.
• Support troubleshooting, debugging, and release cycles for already deployed copilot features.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation, including user manuals, technical specifications, and application notes on AI.
• Ensure that AI algorithms and software solutions comply with relevant industry standards and regulatory requirements.
• Stay current with emerging technologies in AI, LLM, power systems, cloud, and software development.

• Master’s or Ph.D. degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems, Computer Science, AI/ML, or related field.
• Strong understanding of electrical power systems (generation, transmission, distribution, industrial power).
• Hands‑on experience with Python, C++/C# or similar programming languages, and machine learning frameworks.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary environment.
• Strong problem‑solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Highly motivated, self‑managed, details‑oriented, and well‑organized.

• Knowledge of large language models (LLMs), natural language processing (NLP), or reinforcement learning.
• Familiarity with cloud‑based deployment environments.
• Prior experience in utility, industrial, or renewable energy system applications.
• Contribute to white papers, technical articles, patents, and presentations to share knowledge.
• Experience working with ETAP software is an advantage.

Typically 1‑3 years of experience in power systems engineering or a related field, with a focus on AI and LLM.

Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.

65,000.00 –  USD annual.

ETAP requires all successful applicants to undergo and pass a comprehensive background check before employment. Background checks are conducted in accordance with local laws and may include proof of educational attainment, employment history verification, proof of work authorization, criminal records, identity verification, and credit check.

ETAP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to an inclusive culture where all employees are treated with dignity and respect, and we value the diversity and expertise that people from different backgrounds bring to our business.