Senior Power Systems Engineer – HV Substations & Grid

WSP USA; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Inclusive and supportive culture

Career growth opportunities

Flexible ways of working

Meaningful projects

Parental leave

Additional leave options

Job summary

WSP USA is seeking a Power Systems Engineer / Senior Power Systems Engineer to deliver future-ready energy solutions in Australia. You will contribute across the full project lifecycle, from grid connection feasibility to detailed design, commissioning and ongoing operation, working with EPCM, EPC and Owner's Engineer delivery models.

The role welcomes experienced engineers and those seeking a fresh challenge, offering opportunities to mentor, engage with clients, and shape projects that advance

Qualifications

• 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.
• Solid understanding of generation, transmission, and distribution networks, along with regulatory frameworks and standards.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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 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 growth of Power & Energy business.
• Participate in site inspections and short-term project travel as required.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Load flow analysis

Power system modelling

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP/PSCAD/Python

HV substations

Client engagement

Team mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

PSCAD

Python

Job description

WSP USA is seeking a Power Systems Engineer / Senior Power Systems Engineer to deliver future-ready energy solutions in Australia. You will contribute across the full project lifecycle, from grid connection feasibility to detailed design, commissioning and ongoing operation, working with EPCM, EPC and Owner's Engineer delivery models.

The role welcomes experienced engineers and those seeking a fresh challenge, offering opportunities to mentor, engage with clients, and shape projects that advance