Grid Connection Engineer Graduate Program: 2-Year Rotations

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO); City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) in Melbourne administers a two-year Grid Connection Engineer Graduate Program. Graduates will rotate through four organisations—a OEM, NSP, Developer, and AEMO—starting in February 2027, gaining hands-on experience across the grid connection landscape.

You’ll work on power system modelling, incident analysis, and the development of automation tools, supported by central training and mentorship to accelerate your career in energy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering (graduating before February 2027).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with attention to detail.
• A passion for learning and applying grid connection technologies.
• Solid understanding of electrical engineering principles.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Full working rights in Australia for the duration of the program.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with senior engineers on power system modelling and simulation.
• Analyse system performance and conduct incident reviews to identify risks and trends.
• Develop and maintain software tools to automate technical studies.
• Create technical reports and documentation that inform real-world decisions.
• Contribute to cutting-edge projects shaping Australia’s energy future.
• Build relationships with industry experts and stakeholders across the sector.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Communication

Collaboration

Learning agility

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering

Job description

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) in Melbourne administers a two-year Grid Connection Engineer Graduate Program. Graduates will rotate through four organisations—a OEM, NSP, Developer, and AEMO—starting in February 2027, gaining hands-on experience across the grid connection landscape.

You’ll work on power system modelling, incident analysis, and the development of automation tools, supported by central training and mentorship to accelerate your career in energy.