Lead and Principal Power Systems Engineer - ANZ

Worley; Whangarei; Hybrid; NZD 140,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible & hybrid working

Professional development and global知?

Global learning platform access

Competitive benefits

Inclusive team culture

Job summary

Worley is seeking a Lead / Principal Power Systems Engineer to join our ANZ Power team. You will provide technical leadership across major utility, transmission, renewable energy, and energy transition projects in Australia and New Zealand.

You will mentor engineers, lead grid connection studies, and engage with clients to deliver high-quality outcomes across the full project lifecycle with a focus on sustainable energy solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent; postgraduate qualifications advantageous.
• Extensive experience in power systems engineering within utilities, consulting, renewables or heavy industry.
• Experience leading technical teams and delivering complex power system projects from concept through to commissioning.
• Advanced expertise in power system analysis and modelling tools (PowerFactory, PSS/E, PSCAD).
• Strong understanding of NZ/Australia power networks and grid connection requirements.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for complex power system studies (load flow, fault levels, transient stability, EMT, harmonic, protection).
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams to deliver high-quality technical outcomes on time and within budget.
• Act as SME for transmission, distribution and generation projects in ANZ.
• Lead grid connection strategies, registration activities and compliance assessments for renewables and energy projects.
• Mentor and develop junior engineers and contribute to business development and client engagement.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Technical leadership

Client engagement

Mentoring

Proposal support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Postgraduate qualifications advantageous

Tools

DigSILENT PowerFactory

PSS/E

PSCAD

Job description

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts. We partner with our clients to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're bridging two worlds, moving towards more sustainable energy sources while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed now. As Australia and New Zealand continue to transform their energy systems, we are seeking a Lead / Principal Power Systems Engineer to join our growing Power team. This is a key technical leadership role within our ANZ business, supporting major utility, transmission, renewable energy, industrial and energy transition projects. You will act as a trusted advisor to clients, lead complex power system studies and grid connection programs, mentor and develop engineers, and provide technical leadership across multidisciplinary project teams. Leveraging your deep understanding of Australian and/or New Zealand power networks, you will help clients solve complex technical challenges and deliver successful project outcomes across the full project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership and oversight for complex power system studies, including load flow, fault level, transient stability, EMT, harmonic, protection and network performance assessments.
• Lead multidisciplinary project teams, ensuring the successful delivery of high-quality technical outcomes, client satisfaction, budget performance and schedule commitments.
• Act as a subject matter expert for transmission, distribution and generation projects across Australia and New Zealand.
• Lead grid connection strategies, registration activities and compliance assessments for renewable generation, BESS, industrial facilities and emerging energy technologies.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, developing long-term relationships and supporting strategic decision-making on network, generation and energy transition projects.
• Provide technical review, governance and quality assurance for power system models, studies and reports prepared by project teams.
• Mentor, coach and develop junior and intermediate engineers, fostering technical excellence and capability growth across the ANZ Power team.
• Contribute to business development activities, including proposals, tenders, client engagement and identification of new project opportunities.
• Support the development of Worley’s power systems capability, technical standards and best practices across ANZ and the broader global business.
• Represent Worley in industry forums, technical working groups and client workshops as a recognised technical leader.

About You

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent, with postgraduate qualifications considered advantageous.
• Extensive experience in power systems engineering gained within utilities, consulting, renewable energy developers, transmission organisations or heavy industry.
• Demonstrated experience leading technical teams and delivering complex power system projects from concept through to commissioning.
• Advanced expertise in power system analysis and modelling using tools such as DigSILENT PowerFactory, PSS/E, PSCAD and related software platforms.
• Deep understanding of the Australian and/or New Zealand power systems, including transmission and distribution network planning, operation and grid connection requirements.
• Strong working knowledge of relevant market, regulatory and technical frameworks, including NEM, AEMO, Transpower, EDB and applicable grid codes and standards.
• Proven ability to engage effectively with clients, regulators, utilities and project stakeholders at both technical and commercial levels.
• Strong mentoring and leadership capabilities, with a passion for developing people and building high-performing teams.
• Commercial awareness with experience supporting proposals, business development and client relationship management.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Why Join Us

• Play a leading role in shaping the energy transition across Australia and New Zealand.
• Work on some of the region’s most significant power, transmission, renewable energy and decarbonisation projects.
• Lead and influence technical excellence across a growing and highly regarded Power team.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• Professional development opportunities, including access to global specialists and international projects.
• A collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team environment focused on innovation and sustainable outcomes.

What We Offer You

• Flexible work options.
• Take advantage of our global on-line learning platform.
• Competitive rem & employee benefits.
• Enjoy a varied & challenging role.
• Career development opportunities beyond this role.
• A friendly and inclusive team environment.

About Us

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia. Right now, we're bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources society needs now. We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their assets. We're moving towards more sustainable energy sources while helping to provide the energy, chemicals and resources needed today.

Moving forward together

We're committed to building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace where everyone feels they belong. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and encourage you to bring your whole self to work. We know that a diverse and inclusive workforce helps us achieve better outcomes and we value the different perspectives and experiences that people bring to our business. We are focused on creating an environment where everyone feels included, supported and empowered to succeed. Worley is an Equal Opportunity Employer.