Electrical & Grid
Power Systems Engineer — Global Hiring Overview
Power Systems Engineers run grid studies, protection coordination, and integration of generation, storage, and renewables for utilities and developers.
Median Salary
$132k
$95.0k – $187k
Demand Score
94/100
Very High
Monthly Openings
4.2K
tracked globally
YoY Growth
+14%
rolling 12 months
Market Outlook
Demand for power systems engineers in the global energy market is exceptionally strong. Oil & gas operators, renewables developers, utilities, EPC contractors, mining companies, and energy software firms report a 14% year-on-year increase in Power Systems Engineer mandates, driven by grid modernisation, renewables interconnection, electrification of industry and transport, and substation capacity expansion.
Salary Trend
Power Systems Engineer compensation typically falls between $95.0k and $187k, with experienced power sys engs in the global energy market commanding $187k+ at leading operators, IPPs, utilities, and EPC majors. Total compensation often includes shift premiums, offshore or remote allowances, performance bonuses, and equity where applicable.
Career Path
Power Systems Engineers typically progress to Grid Engineer, Protection Engineer roles, or into lead engineer, project director, and head of grid tracks at utilities, TSOs, and EPCs across the global hiring energy market.
Key Responsibilities
- •Run load flow, stability, and short-circuit studies
- •Design protection and control schemes
- •Support renewables and BESS integration
- •Advise on grid code compliance
Qualifications
- •BSc/MSc power systems
- •PSS/E / DIgSILENT experience
- •5+ years grid / utility
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Power Systems Engineer jobs by city
Power Systems Engineer jobs in Houston
8.8K openings · $156k
Power Systems Engineer jobs in Dallas
6.5K openings · $150k
Power Systems Engineer jobs in Midland
6.7K openings · $145k
Power Systems Engineer jobs in Denver
5.5K openings · $156k
Power Systems Engineer jobs in Pittsburgh
5.0K openings · $139k
Power Systems Engineer jobs in New Orleans
5.3K openings · $132k
Power Systems Engineer jobs in Bakersfield
5.0K openings · $139k
Power Systems Engineer jobs in Calgary
7.8K openings · $156k
Power Systems Engineer jobs in Edmonton
6.1K openings · $148k
Power Systems Engineer salary insights
Power Systems Engineer salary in Houston
$156k
Power Systems Engineer salary in Dallas
$150k
Power Systems Engineer salary in Midland
$145k
Power Systems Engineer salary in Denver
$156k
Power Systems Engineer salary in Pittsburgh
$139k
Power Systems Engineer salary in New Orleans
$132k
Power Systems Engineer salary in Bakersfield
$139k
Power Systems Engineer salary in Calgary
$156k
Power Systems Engineer salary in Edmonton
$148k
Hiring by energy industry
Oil & Gas Operators hiring Power Systems Engineers
National and international oil companies operating upstream, midstream, and downstream assets across the globe
Renewable Energy Developers hiring Power Systems Engineers
Solar, wind, storage, and hybrid renewables developers building utility-scale and C&I projects worldwide
Power Generation Companies hiring Power Systems Engineers
Independent power producers and utilities operating thermal, hydro, nuclear, and renewable generation portfolios
Nuclear Power Operators hiring Power Systems Engineers
Nuclear utilities and SMR developers operating existing fleets and building new-generation reactors
Solar Developers hiring Power Systems Engineers
Utility-scale and distributed solar developers, IPPs, and asset owners across global solar markets
Wind Farm Operators hiring Power Systems Engineers
Onshore and offshore wind farm developers, owners, and O&M operators worldwide
Utility Companies hiring Power Systems Engineers
Electric, gas, and water utilities operating generation, T&D, and customer-facing operations
Transmission System Operators hiring Power Systems Engineers
TSOs operating high-voltage transmission networks, interconnectors, and balancing markets
Distribution Utilities hiring Power Systems Engineers
DSOs and distribution companies operating MV/LV networks, smart meters, and customer connections
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Frequently Asked Questions
The median salary for a Power Systems Engineer in the global energy market is around $132k, typically ranging from $95.0k to $187k based on experience, asset class, and the energy employer.