Power Systems Engineer – Renewable Grid Connections

Aurecon Group; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

Aurecon Group is seeking a Power Systems Engineer in our Perth-based Energy team. You will develop network, generator and load models and power systems studies to help clients connect to the SWIN and deliver renewable energy connections.

Engage with clients and Western Power, leading technical discussions and producing connection submissions. You will bring expertise in PowerFactory/PSCAD, deliver grid connection studies for renewables, data centres and large loads, and provide clear technical

Qualifications

• Relevant engineering qualifications and demonstrated experience modelling the SWIS, with a strong understanding renewable generating systems and WEM processes.
• Deep familiarity with Western Power requirements and standards, including preparing connection submissions and responding to technical reviews.
• Practical capability with PowerFactory and PSCAD for network modelling, generator and load connections, and connection studies.
• Experience delivering grid connection studies for renewable generation, large loads or data centres, supported by clear technical reporting and documentation.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain study outcomes to clients and lead technical connection discussions with Western Power.

Responsibilities

• Develop network, generator and load models and power systems studies to enable clients to connect their projects to Western Power’s SWIN.
• Undertaking generator and large load connection studies for renewable energy projects, data centres and large customers using PowerFactory and PSCAD.
• Preparing technical reports and connection documentation that address Western Power requirements and relevant Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM) processes.
• Engaging directly with clients and Western Power, respond to technical reviews and lead discussions through the connection application and approval process.
• Providing technical leadership and client-facing advice while helping build Aurecon’s power systems modelling and capability in Western Australia.

Skills

Power systems modelling

Client-facing communication

Stakeholder management

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

PowerFactory

PSCAD

Job description

Aurecon Group is seeking a Power Systems Engineer in our Perth-based Energy team. You will develop network, generator and load models and power systems studies to help clients connect to the SWIN and deliver renewable energy connections.

Engage with clients and Western Power, leading technical discussions and producing connection submissions. You will bring expertise in PowerFactory/PSCAD, deliver grid connection studies for renewables, data centres and large loads, and provide clear technical