Principal Power Systems Engineer | Grid Connections

Rennie

City of Melbourne

On-site

AUD 180,000 - 230,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility options

Diverse and inclusive work practices

Paid parental leave

Financial study assistance and study留e

Professional learning and development

Employee referral incentives

External employee counselling

Regular social events

Job summary

Rennie Advisory is seeking a Principal Power Systems Engineer to lead complex studies and develop grid connection strategies across Australia, supporting energy transition initiatives. You will oversee project delivery, mentor teams, and engage with developers, investors, NSPs, and AEMO while driving technical excellence.

You will apply advanced modelling tools (PSS®E, PowerFactory, PSCAD) and publish impactful findings to advance grid connection capabilities within renewables and industrial

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Extensive experience delivering power systems studies for renewable energy, industrial, or utility-scale projects.
Strong understanding of grid connections within the National Electricity Market (NEM).
Advanced experience with power systems modelling tools such as PSS®E, PowerFactory, or PSCAD.
Demonstrated project management capability, including responsibility for technical quality, budgets, timelines, and delivery outcomes.
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, including experience working with developers, investors, NSPs, and AEMO.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
A collaborative approach with a passion for problem-solving and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Experience publishing technical papers or research within the electrical engineering field will be highly regarded.

Responsibilities

Lead the delivery of complex studies and connection strategies.
Provide technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects.
Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to ensure outcomes meet requirements.
Oversee project delivery, budgets, timelines, and delivery quality.
Support growth of energy advisory capability within Rennie Advisory.

Skills

Power systems studies

Grid connections

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Technical communication

Research publications

Power systems modelling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS®E

PowerFactory

PSCAD

Job description

The role falls within our Grid Connections service line which focusses on which focuses on supporting the successful connection of renewable generation, industrial power systems, and energy infrastructure projects across Australia. Our team provides specialist power systems studies, technical advisory services, and grid connection expertise to help clients navigate complex regulatory, technical, and commercial challenges throughout the project lifecycle.

The Grid Connections Team works closely with developers, investors, Network Service Providers (NSPs), and AEMO to deliver high-quality technical solutions that enable projects to progress from development through to energisation and commissioning. The team has a long-standing reputation for excellence in renewable energy grid connections and power systems engineering.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a high-calibre Principal Power Systems Engineer with expertise in power systems studies, grid connections, and renewable energy projects. This opportunity is suited to an experienced professional who is passionate about supporting Australia's energy transition and enjoys solving complex technical challenges.

Bringing a proven ability to interpret, apply, and develop innovative power systems solutions, you will lead the delivery of complex studies and connection strategies while providing technical leadership across a diverse portfolio of projects. You will work closely with clients and stakeholders, oversee project delivery, contribute to business development activities, and support the growth of our market-leading energy advisory capability.

Experience & Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
Extensive experience delivering power systems studies for renewable energy, industrial, or utility-scale projects.
Strong understanding of grid connections within the National Electricity Market (NEM).
Advanced experience with power systems modelling tools such as PSS®E, PowerFactory, or PSCAD.
Demonstrated project management capability, including responsibility for technical quality, budgets, timelines, and delivery outcomes.
Strong stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills, including experience working with developers, investors, NSPs, and AEMO.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
A collaborative approach with a passion for problem-solving and delivering high-quality outcomes.
Experience publishing technical papers or research within the electrical engineering field will be highly regarded.

About Rennie

Rennie Advisory is a multi-disciplinary advisory firm focused on redefining sustainable success. Our mission is to help organisations navigate and optimise the transition to a net‑zero, sustainable future.We are passionate about helping our clients to recalibrate, redesign, deliver on their responsibilities, reshape and reposition to solve complex problems and create long‑term value.

Our values of authenticity, excellence, resilience, and one-team are the foundation upon which the business operates. We are also dedicated to authentically creating and nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture and ensuring equality of opportunity in our workplace.

Why Rennie?

Our people are the cornerstone of our success, and our culture is paramount. We work as a cohesive team, celebrating achievements along the way.We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is demonstrated at all levels across the business.