Senior Power Systems Engineer

aurecongroup; City of Brisbane; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurecon in Brisbane seeks a Senior Engineer - Power Systems to lead grid connection studies for renewables and transmission, delivering reliable power system solutions.

You will develop RMS/EMT models, perform core power system studies, and prepare technical reports while mentoring teams and liaising with clients, OEMs and AEMO to drive successful project outcomes.

Qualifications

• 6+ years in power systems engineering, preferably within the Australian NEM.
• Experience delivering grid connection studies for renewable energy projects.
• Strong knowledge of NER, AEMO requirements and GPS.
• Experience with EMT modelling and inverter-based resources.
• Proven ability to write technical reports and manage stakeholders.
• Project management and client-facing consulting experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead generator, battery storage, solar and wind grid connection studies.
• Develop and validate RMS and EMT models for inverter-based resources.
• Perform load flow, fault level, dynamic stability, system strength, harmonic analyses.
• Prepare technical reports and support GPS/compliance processes.
• Interface with developers, OEMs, AEMO and stakeholders throughout connections.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and QA for power system studies.
• Support project development and due diligence for renewables and transmission.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing consulting

Stakeholder management

Technical report writing

Mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

RPEQ or CPEng accreditation

Tools

PSCAD

PSS E

PowerFactory

EMTP

Job description

Senior Engineer - Power Systems

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

Based in Brisbane, you will contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind.

What you’ll do

• Lead and execute generator, battery energy storage, solar and wind farm grid connection studies in accordance with AEMO, NSP and NER requirements.
• Develop and validate RMS and EMT models for inverter-based resources and network assets.
• Perform power system studies including load flow, fault level, dynamic stability, system strength, harmonic and EMT analyses.
• Prepare technical reports and support R0/R1/R2 modelling and GPS compliance processes.
• Interface with developers, OEMs, network service providers, AEMO and other stakeholders throughout the connection process.
• Provide technical leadership, mentoring and quality assurance for power system studies and deliverables.
• Support project development, due diligence and technical advisory services for renewable energy and transmission projects.

What you’ll bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (or equivalent).
• 6+ years of experience in power systems engineering, preferably within the Australian NEM.
• RPEQ, CPEng or equivalent professional accreditation.
• Demonstrated experience delivering grid connection studies for renewable energy, BESS or transmission projects.
• Strong knowledge of the National Electricity Rules (NER), AEMO requirements and Generator Performance Standards (GPS).
• Experience with power system software such as PSCAD, PSS®E, PowerFactory, EMTP or equivalent.
• Proven capability in EMT modelling and analysis of inverter-based resources.
• Strong technical report writing, stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Project management and client-facing consulting experience

We recognise that great power systems professionals come from a range of backgrounds. If you bring relevant technical knowledge and are drawn to client engagement, project coordination and leading multidisciplinary teams.

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world's most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here - to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact [e-mail].