Senior Power Systems Engineer – Hydrogen & Grid Studies

Jacobs; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Melbourne seeks a Principal Power Systems Engineer to lead complex power systems studies and advisory engagements across Australia, New Zealand and the broader APAC region, delivering high‑impact technical leadership.

You will guide network planning and compliance studies for technologies including BESS, wind, solar, hydrogen, and electrification projects, while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or related discipline.
• Significant experience delivering power system studies in consultancy, utility or energy sectors.
• Strong expertise with PSS/E, PSCAD and DIgSILENT PowerFactory; knowledge of network connections and renewable integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver complex power system studies and advisory projects.
• Provide technical direction for network connection, compliance, planning and performance assessments.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers within the Studies Team.
• Engage clients, develop proposals and support business growth in APAC.

Skills

Power System Studies

EMT Studies

Earthing Studies

PSS/E

PSCAD

PowerFactory

Python

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSCAD

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Jacobs in Melbourne seeks a Principal Power Systems Engineer to lead complex power systems studies and advisory engagements across Australia, New Zealand and the broader APAC region, delivering high‑impact technical leadership.

You will guide network planning and compliance studies for technologies including BESS, wind, solar, hydrogen, and electrification projects, while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams.