Power Systems Engineer

Enemix; City of Melbourne; Presencial; AUD 150.000 - 210.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Enemix in Melbourne is seeking a Senior/Principal Power System Engineer to join their Grid and Power Systems team. You will work across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility through to operational performance, coordinating with AEMO, NSPs and grid consultants, and supporting grid connection processes for development projects.

A strong background in inverter-based generation or storage is preferred. You'll explain complex technical concepts in clear English to internal and external

Formación

• Tertiary qualifications in electrical or power system engineering.
• 3–10 years in a similar senior/lead role within power systems.
• Strong understanding of Australian grid frameworks (NER/NEM).
• Experience with grid connection of inverter-based generation or storage.

Responsabilidades

• Support grid side due diligence on new generation and storage opportunities.
• Manage grid connection processes from feasibility to commissioning.
• Build relationships with AEMO, NSPs and REZ bodies to influence network development.
• Provide technical input into connection agreement negotiations and renewals.
• Collaborate with Asset Management to optimise losses and maintenance scheduling.

Conocimientos

NER/NEM knowledge

Grid connections

Stakeholder communication

AEMO/NSPs experience

Educación

Electrical or power system engineering degree

Herramientas

PSS/E

PSCAD

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Descripción del empleo

Senior/Principal Power System Engineer | Melbourne | Leading Renewable Energy Developer

My client is a Melbourne based renewable energy developer backed by two of the most experienced long term investors in the Australian renewables sector. They develop, construct and operate large scale wind, solar and storage projects across the country, and they are growing fast.

They are now looking for a Senior or Principal Power System Engineer to join their Grid and Power Systems team, reporting directly to the Head of Grid and Power Systems.

What you will be doing

This role sits across the full project lifecycle, from early stage feasibility through to operational performance. You will:

• Support grid side due diligence on new generation and storage opportunities, including acquisitions and partnering deals
• Manage grid connection processes for development projects, from feasibility through to registration and commissioning
• Build and maintain relationships with AEMO, NSPs and REZ governing bodies to help shape network development outcomes
• Provide technical input into connection agreement negotiations and renewals for operational assets
• Work closely with Asset Management to optimise losses, peaking factors and maintenance scheduling

What they are looking for

• Tertiary qualifications in electrical or power system engineering, with 3 to 10 years in a similar role
• Solid understanding of the NER, the NEM and the Australian power grid. WEM and SWIS experience is a bonus
• Experience with grid connection of inverter based generation or storage projects
• Confidence in PSS/E, PSCAD or DIgSILENT PowerFactory
• A track record working alongside AEMO, NSPs, OEMs and grid consultants
• The ability to explain complex technical concepts in plain English to both internal and external stakeholders