Senior Engineer - Energy Systems Planning

Australian Energy Market Operator; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Professional development

Volunteer leave

Performance bonuses

Wellness program

Job summary

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Engineer to shape Australia’s power system planning. You will assess network capability, lead complex analyses, and deliver insights to inform investments for a secure, reliable, and sustainable energy future.

The role requires hands-on power system analysis experience, collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, and the ability to mentor engineers in time-constrained environments.

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in electrical engineering.
• Strong knowledge of power system dynamics and stability concepts.
• Experience using power system analysis tools (PSS E, PSCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory).
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical studies and deliver engineering recommendations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Collaborative mindset and passion for shaping Australia’s energy future.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality power system analysis and modelling for system security and development decisions.
• Provide expert engineering advice to support planning outcomes.
• Assess future needs including network augmentation and system strength.
• Lead end-to-end project delivery and mentor engineers.
• Develop inputs for market modelling of future system security and development pathways.
• Manage multiple priorities and build stakeholder relationships.

Skills

Power stability

Power dynamics

Transmission networks

Stakeholder engagement

Team leadership

Engineering judgement

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

PSS E

PSCAD

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Senior Engineer - Energy Systems Planning

Australian Energy Market Operator – Melbourne VIC

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

Be part of a purpose-driven organisation helping deliver a secure, reliable and sustainable energy system for Australia

About the Team

AEMO's System Planning team plays a critical role in shaping Australia's future energy system. Responsible for the Integrated System Plan (ISP), system security assessments and long-term power system planning, the team provides the engineering analysis and advice that informs major infrastructure investment and supports the reliable transition to a renewable energy future.

Working at the intersection of engineering, policy and industry collaboration, you'll partner with experts across AEMO, government and the energy sector to solve some of the most important challenges facing the National Electricity Market

About the role

As a Senior Engineer, you'll help shape the future development of Australia's power system by assessing network capability, identifying emerging challenges and developing solutions that support system security and reliability.

You will provide expert engineering advice to assess power system capability and develop solutions that support the secure, reliable and efficient planning of transmission networks in the National Electricity Market.

You will deliver complex technical analysis, lead projects, and coach engineers while working closely with internal and external stakeholders. The role involves detailed power system analysis using specialised tools, alongside applying sound engineering judgement to make recommendations in time-constrained or uncertain environments.

You will contribute to and peer review major technical studies, delivering clear, evidence-based insights to influence investment decisions and drive change. This role combines technical depth, strategic thinking, and stakeholder engagement, with accountability for both mentoring others and delivering high-quality, timely advice that supports AEMO’s objectives and reputation.

This is a high performing, well regarded team with supportive leadership, where you’ll bring hands on experience in power system analysis (including load flow) using tools like PSSE or PowerFactory, along with a genuine interest in long-term network planning.

This role can be based in any Australian capital city

What you will be doing

• Deliver high-quality power system analysis and modelling to assess system security, reliability, and development, informing network adequacy and investment decisions.
• Provide expert engineering advice to support planning outcomes, applying sound judgement in uncertain and time constrained environments.
• Assess future system needs including network augmentation, system strength, inertia, and voltage control for increasing inverter based and distributed resources.
• Lead end to end project delivery, including methodology, analysis, quality assurance, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop constraint equations and inputs to support market modelling of future system security, reliability, and development pathways.
• Manage multiple priorities while communicating insights clearly, building stakeholder relationships, and coaching engineers to deliver high-quality outcomes.

What you will bring to the role

• Tertiary qualification in electrical engineering (or related discipline) with strong experience in power system stability, dynamics, and analysis
• Strong knowledge of power system dynamics, stability concepts and electricity transmission networks.
• Experience using power system analysis tools such as PSS E, PSCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory and/or other modelling software.
• Demonstrated ability to lead technical studies, interpret complex data and deliver high-quality engineering recommendations.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence outcomes across technical and non-technical audiences.
• A collaborative mindset, curiosity to tackle emerging industry challenges, and a passion for shaping Australia's energy future.

In return some of our benefits to you

• Flexible working: work from home, part time,job share, hybrid options,and additional leave options
• Professional development via projects, industry networks,job rotation, study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at ******@aemo.com.au