Senior Power Systems Analyst — Grid & Renewables (Hybrid)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Continuous professional development

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Power Systems Analyst for its Queenstown, NZ office. You will conduct advanced power system studies, model network behavior, and advise on grid stability and efficiency within a hybrid work setup.

The ideal candidate has a master’s in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems and 7+ years of experience with PSS/E, ETAP or PowerWorld. You will collaborate with planners and operations while contributing to renewable integration initiatives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• 7+ years of experience in power system analysis and planning within the Energy industry.
• Proven expertise with power system studies using simulation tools (PSS/E, ETAP, PowerWorld or similar).
• Strong understanding of power system dynamics, protection principles, and grid codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, stability, contingency analysis).
• Develop and maintain models of the power system network using industry-standard software.
• Analyze grid performance and identify constraints with recommended solutions.
• Support planning and integration of renewable energy sources and new generation technologies.
• Assess impact of grid upgrades and new transmission projects on system reliability.
• Collaborate with planning engineers and operations teams to ensure grid security and efficiency.
• Document study methodologies, assumptions, and results.
• Stay updated on power system technologies, market trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Provide technical guidance on power system planning and operation issues.

Skills

Analytical

Grid codes

Renewable integration

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

PowerWorld

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Power Systems Analyst for its Queenstown, NZ office. You will conduct advanced power system studies, model network behavior, and advise on grid stability and efficiency within a hybrid work setup.

The ideal candidate has a master’s in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems and 7+ years of experience with PSS/E, ETAP or PowerWorld. You will collaborate with planners and operations while contributing to renewable integration initiatives.