Grid Integration Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Competitive salary and benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Grid Integration Engineer to join our client in Queenstown, NZ, supporting grid operations and renewable energy deployment. You will analyze interconnection studies and help design grid connections for new energy assets.

You will work with grid operators and developers, applying power system analysis tools and staying current with grid codes. This role offers a hybrid schedule and opportunities to advance in cutting-edge grid technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform grid interconnection studies including power flow, short circuit and stability analyses.
• Develop technical requirements for connecting renewable energy projects to the grid.
• Collaborate with renewable developers, grid operators and equipment manufacturers.
• Contribute to design and implementation of grid upgrades and enhancements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve grid integration and power quality issues.
• Stay updated with evolving grid codes, standards and best practices.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Analytical

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering - Power Systems

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Grid Integration Engineer to join their team supporting grid operations and renewable energy deployment in Queenstown . This role is vital for ensuring the stable and reliable connection of new energy sources, particularly renewables, to the existing power grid. You will work on technical studies, system design, and operational planning to facilitate the seamless integration of diverse energy assets, contributing to the modernization and efficiency of the power infrastructure. If you have a strong background in power systems engineering and are passionate about enabling a cleaner energy future, this is an excellent opportunity within the energy sector .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform grid interconnection studies, including power flow, short circuit, and stability analyses.
• Develop technical requirements and specifications for connecting renewable energy projects to the grid.
• Collaborate with renewable energy developers, grid operators, and equipment manufacturers.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of grid upgrades and enhancements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to grid integration and power quality.
• Stay abreast of evolving grid codes, standards, and best practices in grid integration.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in grid integration, power system planning, or related fields.
• Proficiency in power system simulation software (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD).
• Solid understanding of power system stability, dynamics, and protection.
• Knowledge of renewable energy technologies (solar, wind) and their grid integration challenges.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and training in cutting-edge grid technologies.
• Hybrid work model enabling flexibility while maintaining essential site presence.
• The chance to contribute significantly to the evolution of the power grid in the energy industry .

Impactful role based in Queenstown , supporting regional energy development.