Senior Engineer - Der Operations (Distributed Energy Resources)

This is a Permanent Full-time position based in Mel/Syd/Brisbane/Adelaide/Perth AEMO at the Heart of Energy We are the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), committed to designing and operating a sustainable energy system that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and gas. Our mission includes facilitating the transition to a net-zero energy system by 2050, working collaboratively with industry partners to achieve 100% renewable generation capability by 2025. 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 mission in the energy sector!

The Operational DER (Distributed Energy Resources) Management team, within AEMO Operations, is responsible for integration of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) into AEMO’s operational and technical functions. This includes analysing DER behaviours, developing suitable power system models to represent the behaviour of DER during power system disturbances, applying these models to determine the impact of DER on power system security, and implementing the required management measures in AEMO’s operational systems.

• Quantitative analysis to understand DER behaviours.
• Complex problem solving to determine how to integrate DER into AEMO systems and processes.
• Development and application of improved tools and models for analysis of DER
• Liaising with stakeholders determining the causes of observed behaviours and possible management measures.
• Develop suitable management approaches for any identified impacts of DER on system security.
• Draft reports and presentations that summarize findings, suitable for internal and external circulation.
• Working as part of a cohesive and collaborative team Collaborate and liaise with other AEMO teams and external stakeholders (such as network service providers and original equipment manufacturers) on DER integration.

Skills & Experience:

• Quantitative analysis and modelling skills
• Complex problem solving and critical thinking
• Data science and data analysis skills, particularly working with large, complex and messy datasets
• Programming skills and experience, particularly in R, Python, Grafana, or similar
• Experience working with power system datasets, such as PMU and waveform data, interval data from DER devices, AMI data, etc.
• Experience working with power system models such as PSSE, PSCAD, PowerFactory or similar is a benefit
• Knowledge of NEM systems and processes
• Ability to prepare high quality reports and summaries of analysis

Education/ professional Certifications: Tertiary qualification in electrical engineering, data science, or similar with a power system focus and more than 6 years experience in power system analysis or a related field. In return, some of our benefits to you include:

• 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
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, or religion.