Senior Power Systems Engineer

WSP USA; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Inclusive culture

Career growth

Flexible working

Parental leave

Share Plan

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to shape Australia’s energy landscape through HV design, grid studies, and multidisciplinary collaboration. You’ll work with leading experts on transmission, distribution, renewables, and energy infrastructure projects.

You will perform detailed power system studies, develop models, and contribute to client engagements, with opportunities for travel and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems preferred).
• 4–8+ years of experience delivering transmission, distribution, renewable energy, or power systems projects.
• RPEQ/RPEV registration or eligibility.
• Experience in consulting/utility/EPC environments with practical engineering solutions.
• Strong understanding of generation, transmission, and distribution networks and relevant standards.
• Hands-on power system studies including load flow, fault level, planning, and connection assessments.
• Proficiency with DIgSILENT PowerFactory; ETAP/PSCAD and Python are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑voltage primary design solutions for substations, transmission and distribution infrastructure, renewables, and data centres.
• Develop and review power system models, specifications, studies, and reports for planning and operation.
• Perform power system analyses (load flow, fault level, stability, dynamic performance).
• Support Owner's Engineer engagements and due diligence with protection systems, SCADA, lines, cables, and earthing design.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver robust, commercially practical solutions.
• Mentor junior engineers and promote Safety in Design across projects.
• Contribute to proposals, client engagement, and business development for Power & Energy.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Power system studies

Technical report-writing

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

PSCAD

Python

Job description

What if your work could power the world’s future?

At WSP, you’ll harness global expertise, shape landmark projects, and collaborate with some of the brightest minds in the industry. Here, curiosity isn’t just welcomed—it’s celebrated. We champion bold ideas and diverse perspectives, giving you the freedom to craft a career as unique as you are.

Join our Transmission & Distribution team as a Power Systems Engineer or Senior Power Systems Engineer and play a pivotal role in delivering future‑ready energy solutions for clients and communities. From cutting‑edge substation design to high‑voltage infrastructure, you’ll help shape projects that matter—projects that keep the world moving.

We understand that everyone is at different stages of their career, so we welcome applications from experienced engineers as well as Senior Engineers looking for a fresh challenge.

This is your chance to make an impact where it counts.

What You’ll Do

As a Power Systems Engineer, you'll help shape the future of Australia's energy sector, working alongside industry‑leading experts on major transmission, distribution, renewable energy and energy infrastructure projects. Supporting clients across EPCM, EPC, Owner's Engineer and other delivery models nationally, you'll contribute technical expertise across the full project lifecycle, from grid connection and feasibility studies through to detailed design, commissioning and ongoing operation. You will:

• Deliver high‑voltage (HV) primary design solutions for substations, transmission and distribution infrastructure, renewable energy developments, and data centres.

• Develop and review power system models, technical specifications, studies, and reports to support planning, connection, and operational requirements.

• Undertake power system analysis, including load flow, fault level, stability, and dynamic performance studies, ensuring compliance with industry standards and grid requirements.

• Support Owner's Engineer and Technical Due Diligence engagements, applying your expertise in protection systems, SCADA, transmission lines, underground cables, and earthing design.

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically robust and commercially practical solutions.

• Mentor junior engineers, review technical deliverables, and champion Safety in Design (SiD) principles across projects.

• Contribute to proposals, client engagement, and business development activities that support the continued growth of our Power & Energy business.

• Participate in site inspections and short‑term project travel as required.

About You

We're looking for a motivated Electrical Engineer with a passion for power systems and energy infrastructure. You will bring:

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, ideally with a focus on Power Systems.

• 4-8+ years of experience delivering transmission, distribution, renewable energy, generation, or broader power systems projects.

• RPEQ/RPEV registration, or eligibility to obtain registration.

• Experience within a consulting, utility, developer, or EPC environment, delivering practical engineering solutions.

• A solid understanding of generation, transmission, and distribution networks, along with the regulatory frameworks and standards that govern them.

• Hands‑on experience undertaking power system studies, including load flow, fault level, planning, and connection assessments.

• Proficiency in power system modelling tools such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory. Experience with ETAP, PSCAD, and/or Python will be highly regarded.

• Exposure to substations, HV infrastructure, cable systems, renewable energy projects, Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and transmission and distribution networks

• Knowledge of Generator Performance Standards (GPS), stability studies, and dynamic performance assessments will be advantageous.

• Strong communication and technical report‑writing skills, with the ability to build relationships with clients and collaborate effectively with project teams.

Why WSP?

Our Power & Energy team is shaping the future—helping clients maintain safe, reliable power supplies, reduce emissions, and deliver sustainable energy solutions. Be part of a team that’s driving innovation and making a real impact.

What sets us apart:

• Competitive salary and benefits – Be rewarded for your skills, experience and contribution.

• Inclusive and supportive culture – Work in a team where diverse perspectives are valued and everyone can thrive.

• Career growth opportunities – Access mentoring, leadership programs, technical development and internal mobility opportunities.

• Flexible ways of working – Balance your professional and personal commitments with flexible work options.

• Meaningful projects – Contribute to projects that help build sustainable, resilient communities and critical infrastructure.

• Support for returning professionals – We welcome experienced professionals returning to the workforce.

• Generous parental leave – Access up to 16 weeks of paid parental leave.

• Additional leave options – Purchase up to 4 extra weeks of annual leave, plus access up to 8 weeks through our School Holiday Leave Program.

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close‑knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 69,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

Please note that we are not engaging recruitment agencies for this role.