Lead Principal Power Systems Engineer – Energy Grids

DNV Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Be Well program

Profit-sharing

Health coverage

Job summary

DNV Energy Systems is seeking a dynamic Specialist/Senior Principal Engineer to lead power system planning engagements across Australia’s energy transition. You will provide technical leadership, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure high‑quality delivery aligned with strategic objectives.

10+ years of experience and an Engineering degree or equivalent are required. The role focuses on complex modelling, market challenges, and capability growth within a high-performing team.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in engineering roles.
• Engineering degree or equivalent qualification required.
• Strong technical leadership and project-direction skills.
• Ability to mentor engineers and coordinate cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex network planning and power system analysis engagements.
• Provide authoritative guidance on methodologies and outcomes in transmission and planning.
• Influence stakeholders with clear communication and technical credibility.
• Represent the company as a senior technical authority with clients and partners.
• Develop and refine internal procedures to ensure quality and consistency.
• Contribute to defining project objectives, scope, and effort estimates.

Skills

Power system modelling

Network planning

Technical leadership

Stakeholder management

Mentoring engineers

Education

Engineering degree or equivalent

Tools

Power system analysis software

Job description

DNV Energy Systems is seeking a dynamic Specialist/Senior Principal Engineer to lead power system planning engagements across Australia’s energy transition. You will provide technical leadership, coordinate stakeholders, and ensure high‑quality delivery aligned with strategic objectives.

10+ years of experience and an Engineering degree or equivalent are required. The role focuses on complex modelling, market challenges, and capability growth within a high-performing team.