Senior Power System Engineer - Grid Connection for BESS

Trina Solar Co.; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Trina Solar Co. in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Power System Engineer to join our Australian team, focusing on grid connection for utility-scale BESS projects and power system modelling throughout the project lifecycle.

You will perform and review EMT/RMS studies using PSCAD/EMTDC, PSS/E and PowerFactory, support GPS applications, R1/R2 requirements and grid compliance testing, and collaborate with engineers, suppliers and clients.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in power system engineering or grid connection.
• Experience with EMT/RMS studies and power system modelling.
• Knowledge of GPS, NER, AEMO procedures and NSP requirements.
• Strong written and verbal English communication.

Responsibilities

• Perform and review power system studies and EMT/RMS modelling for utility-scale BESS projects.
• Support grid connection applications and compliance assessments per NER and AEMO standards.
• Prepare models, reports and documentation for R1/R2 and connection requirements.
• Assist with model validation, testing procedures and interface with commissioning teams.

Skills

Power system modelling

EMT/RMS studies

Electrical engineering

Analytical skills

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Power Systems Engineering

Tools

PSCAD/EMTDC

PSS/E

PowerFactory

Job description

Trina Solar Co. in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Power System Engineer to join our Australian team, focusing on grid connection for utility-scale BESS projects and power system modelling throughout the project lifecycle.

You will perform and review EMT/RMS studies using PSCAD/EMTDC, PSS/E and PowerFactory, support GPS applications, R1/R2 requirements and grid compliance testing, and collaborate with engineers, suppliers and clients.