Power Systems Manager

Design & Build Recruitment has partnered with one the leading renewable energy businesses in Australia, who have committed to a multi-billion investment to build major Wind, Solar, BESS and Hybrid Generation plants in the coming years.

This leading renewable energy business are looking to expand the Grid Team and bring a experienced Power System Manager in to the team. The ideal candidate will play a vital role in providing technical direction and bring a wealth of expertise in the electrical engineering field, a proven track record of power system studies and exceptional experience with connection strategies.

This is an opportunity for an experienced Power System Manager to join a global market leader in their expansion in Australia in a diverse role working on prestige projects.

Key Responsibilities for the Power System Manager:

• Provide technical input to the power system analysis, and technical direction and guidance for connection strategies.
• Design and implement complex modelling.
• Ensure the Grid team is leading industry standards and staying up to date with the latest innovations and updates as well as managing long-term planning and defining best practices.
• Manage connection processes in line with NER and business requirements.
• Perform PSCAD modelling to assess system faults, steady state load flow, harmonics dynamic analysis in distribution and transmission systems.
• Collaborate with internal teams and lead the connection workstream.
• Provide Power System Engineering advice regarding business developments, bids & operational assets etc.
• Manage Grid connections with NSP, AEMO and other regulators.
• Oversee OEM/EPC contractors commissioning tests (construction phase) including registration, R2 validation up to handover to Operations.
• Lead communications with stakeholders including AEMO & NSP’s.
• Stay up to date with industry developments including proposed regulatory changes.

Requirements for the Power System Manager:

• 5 + years of experience in the energy industry within the NEM in Australia.
• Relevant tertiary education in Electrical Engineering or other relevant higher education.
• Demonstrated experience in modelling Power Systems within the NEM.
• Advance knowledge of electrical Power Systems modelling and analysis tools such as PSCAD.
• Excellent communication & writing skills.

Benefits:

• Flexible working environment
• Parental leave benefits
• Competitive remuneration package

Apply:
If you are a passionate and experienced Power System Manager looking for a new and exciting opportunity, we invite you to apply by sending your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant experience to *******@designandbuild.com.au