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Sceggs Darlinghurst; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Sceggs Darlinghurst in Sydney is seeking a Senior/Principal/Lead Power Systems Engineer to lead grid-connection studies for utility-scale renewable projects across Australia’s National Electricity Market (NEM). This high-impact role focuses on grid connection strategies, GPS development, and PSSE/PSCAD modelling, with governance from development through commissioning in a hybrid work setting.

You will mentor junior engineers and collaborate with AEMO, NSPs, OEMs and project developers to ensure

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 5–15+ years’ experience in power systems engineering (senior/lead).
• Proven experience in grid connection studies and GPS development.
• Strong knowledge of PSSE and PSCAD.
• Solid understanding of AEMO processes, NER requirements and NSP frameworks.
• Experience working across multi-stakeholder project environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver power system studies including load flow, dynamic (RMS) and EMT modelling (PSSE and PSCAD).
• Develop and negotiate Generator Performance Standards (GPS) and connection applications.
• Define and implement grid connection strategies for complex and hybrid renewables.
• Manage AEMO generator registration processes (R1 & R2) and deliverables.
• Oversee concept design development and provide balance-of-plant electrical input.
• Support or lead commissioning activities, hold point testing and model validation.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers.
• Engage with key stakeholders including AEMO, NSPs, OEMs and project developers.
• Advise clients on regulatory requirements, rule changes and ongoing compliance under the NEM.

Skills

Power systems studies

GPS development

PSSE

PSCAD

Grid connection strategies

AEMO processes

Multi-stakeholder engagement

Technical leadership

Education

Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

PSSE

PSCAD

Job description

Senior or Principal Power Systems Engineer

Senior / Principal / Lead Power Systems Engineer
Sydney (flexible / hybrid) | Renewable Energy & Grid Connections
Full-time | Permanent

About the Opportunity

A specialist grid-connection advisory firm is seeking an experienced Senior, Principal or Lead Power Systems Engineer to play a key role in delivering complex renewable energy projects across Australia’s National Electricity Market (NEM).

This is a high-impact position working on utility-scale solar, wind and battery energy storage (BESS) projects , where you will lead grid connection strategies, power system studies and stakeholder engagement across the full project lifecycle—from early development through to commissioning and compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver power system studies including load flow, dynamic (RMS) and EMT modelling (PSSE and PSCAD)
• Develop and negotiate Generator Performance Standards (GPS) and connection applications
• Define and implement grid connection strategies for complex and hybrid renewable projects
• Manage AEMO generator registration processes (R1 & R2) and associated deliverables
• Oversee concept design development and provide balance-of-plant electrical design input
• Support or lead commissioning activities , hold point testing and model validation
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineers
• Engage with key stakeholders including AEMO, NSPs, OEMs and project developers
• Advise clients on regulatory requirements, rule changes and ongoing compliance under the NEM framework

What You’ll Be Working On

• Utility-scale renewable projects (typically 100 MW to 2 GW+)
• Hybrid systems integrating solar, wind and BESS
• Complex grid connection challenges requiring technical and regulatory expertise
• End-to-end project involvement across:
  • Pre-feasibility & feasibility studies
  • Connection applications and GPS negotiation
  • Construction, commissioning and operational compliance

About You

You’ll be a highly capable power systems professional with a strong understanding of grid connections in the NEM.

Essential:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
• 5–15+ years’ experience in power systems engineering (level aligned to Senior / Principal / Lead)
• Proven experience in grid connection studies and GPS development
• Strong working knowledge of PSSE and/or PSCAD
• Solid understanding of AEMO processes, NER requirements and NSP frameworks
• Experience working across multi-stakeholder project environments

Highly Regarded:

• Experience leading projects or mentoring teams
• Commissioning, testing or compliance experience
• Exposure to hybrid renewable energy projects
• Familiarity with system strength, stability and evolving grid requirements

Why Apply

• Join a highly specialised, technically focused team at the forefront of grid connections
• Work across high-profile renewable energy projects shaping Australia’s energy transition
• Opportunity to step into a leadership role with meaningful project ownership
• Flexible, collaborative and expert-driven working environment
• Strong pipeline of work across solar, wind, storage and hybrid developments

Next Steps

If you're an experienced Power Systems Engineer looking to step into a senior or leadership role within grid connections , this is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high-impact renewable energy projects.