Engineer – Victorian Wind & Solar Connections (Hybrid)

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO); Shire of Central Goldfields; Hybrid; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Volunteering leave

Performance bonuses

Wellness program

Job summary

AEMO is seeking an Engineer for the Victorian Synchronous and Storage Connections team to assess wind, solar, BESS, and hybrid connections and test solutions for Victoria’s transmission network.

You will identify technical issues, perform analyses across multiple power system applications, and learn new skills within a flexible, hybrid work environment across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth or Adelaide offices.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or power systems analytics.
• Eligibility to apply for engineering registration (RPEV) is a plus.
• Experience modelling generator and power system behaviour using PSCAD, PSSE, PowerFactory, SSAT, Mudpack and MATLAB.
• Strong understanding of electricity industry and generator technical requirements.
• Proven client-facing experience with interpersonal, negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of AEMO’s role and the National Electricity Market.
• Desirable experience engaging with government agencies and familiarity with the NER.

Responsibilities

• Deliver power system studies using PSSE, PSCAD, PowerFactory, small-signal analysis and operational data.
• Support generator, storage and data-centre connection projects under the guidance of a Lead Engineer.
• Develop innovative technical assessment approaches with AEMO, VicGrid and industry stakeholders.
• Contribute to complex connection categories including offshore wind, HVDC links and data centres.
• Support VicGrid in delivering declared shared network functions and joint planning activities.
• Strengthen AEMO’s reputation as a trusted technical advisor to developers, market participants and government.

Skills

Client-facing skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Problem-solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Eligible for engineering registration (RPEV)

Tools

PSSE

PSCAD

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

SSAT

Mudpack

MATLAB

Job description

AEMO is seeking an Engineer for the Victorian Synchronous and Storage Connections team to assess wind, solar, BESS, and hybrid connections and test solutions for Victoria’s transmission network.

You will identify technical issues, perform analyses across multiple power system applications, and learn new skills within a flexible, hybrid work environment across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Perth or Adelaide offices.