Power Systems Engineer

Worley; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and hybrid working

Professional development opportunities

Competitive remuneration

Job summary

Worley Consulting is looking for a Power Systems Engineer to join its Power Networks team in Australia. You will support grid connection studies, power system modelling and project delivery across wind, solar, battery energy storage systems and conventional generation assets.

You will work with experienced engineers on projects across the National Electricity Market (NEM) and Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM), developing technical expertise in a collaborative environment with hybrid work

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in power systems or related industry.
• Experience with power system modelling software preferred.
• Interest in renewable energy and energy transition.

Responsibilities

• Assist with power system studies and grid connection activities across renewable energy and conventional generation projects.
• Support the preparation of connection enquiries, applications, technical reports and regulatory submissions.
• Develop and maintain power system models using PSCAD, PSS®E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory and related software tools.
• Contribute to grid connection, commissioning and compliance activities under supervision of senior engineers.
• Assist with data analysis, technical calculations and study assessments for client projects.
• Support the preparation of GPS documentation and associated technical reports.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering and project delivery teams.
• Develop an understanding of NEM and WEM requirements, including relevant regulatory frameworks and connection processes.
• Maintain high-quality technical documentation and project records.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, technical innovation and knowledge sharing within the team.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Python / data analysis

Renewable energy knowledge

Education

Electrical/Power Systems Engineering degree

Tools

PSCAD

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

The Role

Join Worley Consulting's growing Power Networks team and contribute to some of Australia's most significant renewable energy and power system projects. Working across wind, solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), hybrid developments and conventional generation assets, you'll support the delivery of grid connection and power system studies that are helping shape Australia's energy transition.

The Role

Join Worley Consulting's growing Power Networks team and contribute to some of Australia's most significant renewable energy and power system projects. Working across wind, solar, battery energy storage systems (BESS), hybrid developments and conventional generation assets, you'll support the delivery of grid connection and power system studies that are helping shape Australia's energy transition.

As a Power Systems Engineer, you will work alongside experienced specialists supporting projects across the National Electricity Market (NEM) and Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM). You'll gain hands-on experience across power system modelling, grid connection, commissioning and compliance activities while continuing to develop your technical expertise in a collaborative and supportive environment.

We are seeking a motivated engineer with a passion for power systems and renewable energy to join Worley Consulting's Power Networks team. This role offers excellent opportunities to build your technical capabilities while contributing to the successful delivery of renewable energy projects across Australia.

Working under the guidance of experienced engineers and technical leaders, you will support power system studies, modelling activities, technical documentation and project delivery tasks across a diverse portfolio of energy projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with power system studies and grid connection activities across renewable energy and conventional generation projects.
• Support the preparation of connection enquiries and applications, technical reports and regulatory submissions.
• Develop and maintain power system models using PSCAD, PSS®E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory and related software tools.
• Contribute to grid connection, commissioning and compliance activities under the supervision of senior engineers.
• Assist with data analysis, technical calculations and study assessments for client projects.
• Support the preparation of Generator Performance Standard (GPS) documentation and associated technical reports.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary engineering and project delivery teams.
• Develop an understanding of NEM and WEM requirements, including relevant regulatory frameworks and connection processes.
• Maintain high-quality technical documentation and project records.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, technical innovation and knowledge sharing within the team.

About You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or an equivalent relevant qualification.
• Typically 2-5 years of experience in power systems, utilities, renewable energy, consulting, generation, transmission and distribution, or a related industry.
• An understanding of power system analysis, network studies or electrical engineering principles.
• Exposure to power system modelling software such as PSCAD, PSS®E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory or similar tools would be advantageous.
• An interest in renewable energy, electricity networks and the energy transition.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Familiarity with Python, automation tools or data analysis techniques would be beneficial but is not essential.
• A proactive attitude, willingness to learn and commitment to technical excellence.

Why You Should Apply

• Work on some of Australia's most significant renewable energy and grid connection projects.
• Develop your technical skills through hands-on project experience and exposure to industry-leading specialists.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements to support work-life balance.
• Professional development, technical training and clear career progression opportunities.
• Access to a global network of experts and multidisciplinary teams.
• Competitive remuneration, employee share plan opportunities and wellbeing support.
• Paid parental leave, employee assistance programmes and inclusive workplace initiatives.

At Worley, you'll have the opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding energy projects while growing your technical capabilities in a supportive and collaborative environment. Whether you're building your expertise in renewable energy, grid connection or power system studies, you'll be supported to develop a rewarding long-term career.

About Us

When you work for us, you join nearly 50,000 people driven by a common purpose: delivering a more sustainable world.

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. As we support the transition to lower-carbon energy systems, we help our customers solve complex challenges and deliver sustainable outcomes across the full asset lifecycle, from consulting and engineering through to project delivery and operations.

Moving Forward Together

We want our people to be energised and empowered to drive sustainable impact. Our focus is on a values-inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.

We're building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace, creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we're not just talking about it; we're doing it. We're reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today's low-carbon energy infrastructure and technology.