AddressAEMO at the Heart of Energy
AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.
About the role
AEMO is seeking a Principal Engineer looking for a central role in shaping frequency control solutions in the energy transition. The NEM is at the leading edge internationally of power system change.
Amidst this dynamic environment, AEMO is evolving the tools and processes for frequency control that will help navigate this future. This role is an opportunity to provide technical leadership in assessing frequency performance and developing frequency control solutions and policy development. This is a permanent position that can be based in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide or Tasmania.
What you will be doing
- Lead or direct the investigation into the frequency performance in the NEM, providing recommendations and reporting on frequency performance
- Direct or lead the investigation into frequency events, to provide analysis used to support possible actions or improvements to address performance issues and non-compliance
- Manage and review technical reports ensuring all reports are of a high technical standard and suited to the intended audience
- Identify the need for studies, and the objectives and approach to be used. Oversee the approach and presentation of studies
- Liaise with AEMO internal teams, NEM participants and other NEM bodies to provide advice, facilitate information exchange, query resolution and in the delivery of project outcomes
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the Systems Performance team by providing support, coaching and mentoring to more junior engineers
What you will bring to the role
- Electrical Engineering degree with a power system and/or power electronics focus, or suitable equivalent
- Extensive professional experience in the area of power systems or suitable equivalent
- Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles, specifically relating to electricity transmission, distribution and generation
- Experience with data handling, analytics and programming and an interest in developing further skills in this area
- Knowledge of national electricity rules applicable to frequency control
In return some of our benefits to you
- Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
- Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
- Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
- Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
- Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
About Our Process
AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, religion and our First Nation peoples. We are dedicated to accommodating applicants' needs during the application or interview process, simply let the us know by emailing us at ******@aemo.com.au
If you would like to know more about working at AEMO, please check out our careers page for more information.
