Specialist Grid Engineer

Nordex Pty Ltd; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Work Arrangements

Physical Health & Wellness

Financial Wellbeing Support

Lifestyle & Preventative Health

Professional Development

And much more...

Job summary

Nordex Pty Ltd seeks a Specialist Grid Engineer to deliver expert grid integration across Australia and New Zealand, leading wind, solar and storage connection projects and coordinating applications from development to commissioning.

You will conduct grid studies using PSCAD, PSS®E and DigSilent, support GPS negotiations with AEMO/NSPs, and mentor junior staff while driving engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• Minimum 7+ years' experience in grid connection, power systems or renewable energy engineering.
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline.
• Strong knowledge of the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM), AEMO requirements and Generator Performance Standards (GPS).
• Proven experience undertaking or managing power system studies and model validation activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead grid connection activities for utility-scale wind, solar and battery storage projects across Australia and New Zealand.
• Manage and coordinate Connection Applications, R1 and R2 submissions from development through commissioning.
• Conduct, review and oversee power system studies using tools such as PSCAD, PSS®E and PowerFactory.
• Support GPS negotiations with AEMO and NSPs.
• Act as the technical lead for complex grid integration and power system performance matters.
• Review and optimise grid models to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory and network requirements.
• Engage directly with customers, consultants, AEMO and NSPs to resolve technical challenges and secure project approvals.
• Provide strategic advice on grid connection risks, obligations and project delivery outcomes.
• Support troubleshooting, performance investigations and control system improvements.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of technical standards and engineering excellence.

Skills

Grid connection

Power systems

Renewable energy

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSSE (PSS®E)

PSCAD

DigSilent

Job description

The Specialist Grid Engineer provides advanced technical expertise in grid integration, power system studies and renewable energy connection processes across Australia and New Zealand. The role is responsible for supporting the development, review and optimisation of grid connection solutions, ensuring compliance with network, regulatory and customer requirements. Working closely with Nordex Global Engineering, consultants, customers and network service providers, the Specialist Grid Engineer plays a key role in delivering successful grid connection outcomes for renewable energy projects.

YOUR TASKS:

• Lead grid connection activities for utility-scale wind, solar and battery storage projects across Australia and New Zealand.

Manage and coordinate Connection Applications, R1 and R2 submissions from development through commissioning.

Conduct, review and oversee power system studies using tools such as PSS®E, PSCAD and PowerFactory.

Support Generator Performance Standard (GPS) negotiations with AEMO and Network Service Providers.

Act as the technical lead for complex grid integration and power system performance matters.

Review and optimise grid models to ensure compliance with customer, regulatory and network requirements.

Engage directly with customers, consultants, AEMO and NSPs to resolve technical challenges and secure project approvals.

• Provide strategic advice on grid connection risks, obligations and project delivery outcomes.

Support troubleshooting, performance investigations and control system improvements.

Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of technical standards and engineering excellence.

YOUR PROFILE:

Minimum 7+ years' experience in grid connection, power systems or renewable energy engineering.

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline.

Strong knowledge of the Australian National Electricity Market (NEM), AEMO requirements and Generator Performance Standards (GPS).

Proven experience undertaking or managing power system studies and model validation activities.

Strong experience with PSCAD, PSS®E and DigSilent.

Experience supporting utility‑scale renewable energy projects, including wind, solar and battery energy storage systems.

Ability to manage consultants, stakeholders and multiple project priorities.

Excellent communication, problem-solving and technical reporting skills.

A proactive and collaborative approach, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary and international teams.

CPEng, RPEQ or equivalent professional accreditation will be highly regarded.

YOUR BENEFITS

In addition to the opportunity to make our world a little more sustainable, we offer you:

• Flexible Work Arrangements
• Physical Health & Wellness
• Financial Wellbeing Support
• Lifestyle & Preventative Health
• Professional Development
• And much more...

*Some offers may vary by location

Nordex adheres to a policy of equal employment opportunity. All employment decisions are made without regard to religion, age, sex, color, national origin, disability, or other protected class and in full compliance with all federal and state laws.

Nordex is committed to providing equal opportunities for people with disabilities and will make reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process where required.

The role is generally available on a full-time basis as well as in other flexible working-time models.