Senior Power Systems Engineer - Transmission Studies Lead

Australian Energy Market Operator; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options (work from)

Volunteer leave (up to 4 days/year)

Wellness program and health benefits

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Annual performance bonuses

Job summary

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is seeking a Senior/Principal Engineer to lead power system modelling, network analysis and system integration for Victoria’s electricity network. The role offers technical leadership across major transmission and renewable projects, with mentoring responsibilities and a 24-month fixed term.

The position can be based in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, ideally with a power systems specialisation.
• Significant experience in power system analysis, transmission planning or system integration.
• Advanced capability with PSSE and PSCAD, supported by experience using tools such as Mudpack and SCADA/EMS.
• Proven ability to lead technical work, influence stakeholders and communicate complex findings clearly.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex power system studies using industry-leading tools including PSSE and PSCAD.
• Develop and maintain transmission network and remedial action scheme models.
• Assess network performance under a range of operating scenarios and contingencies.
• Provide expert technical advice to support network investment, augmentation and system integration projects.
• Review commissioning, testing and inter-network testing activities to support successful project delivery.
• Contribute to the development of Victorian network limits and special control schemes.
• Present technical findings and recommendations to a broad range of stakeholders.
• Mentor and support engineers within the team, sharing knowledge and building capability.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Leadership

Mentoring

Stakeholder communication

Education

Electrical Engineering degree (power systems specialization)

Tools

PSSE

PSCAD

Mudpack

SCADA/EMS

Job description

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) is seeking a Senior/Principal Engineer to lead power system modelling, network analysis and system integration for Victoria’s electricity network. The role offers technical leadership across major transmission and renewable projects, with mentoring responsibilities and a 24-month fixed term.

The position can be based in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane, Adelaide or Perth.