AddressJoin an incredible team - Assess emerging power system security and aid solution development. We seek a Senior Engineer with experience in power system engineering, operations, analysis, modelling and utillising tools ( PSSE/PSCAD) for simulations. Act as technical liaison for internal and external stakeholders. Able to be based in Brisbane, Melbourne, Adelaide, Sydney or Perth. Hybrid work arrangements, excellent company culture, great benefits!
AEMO 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 mission in the energy sector.
AEMO’s System Design division is responsible for planning the power system in the context of unprecedented transformation, supporting AEMO’s mission of designing a sustainable energy system that provides affordable, safe and reliable energy for all Australians.
The Future Energy Systems department sits within AEMO’s System Design division and has accountability for evolving an engineering roadmap to 100% instantaneous renewables and implementing a number of strategic technical projects identified within it. This includes providing a holistic view of the engineering needs of the changing energy system, helping prioritise approaches that resolve the most pressing technical issues, and initiating action across industry to enable the NEM to realise its potential to manage 100% instantaneous penetration of renewables.
About the role Due to growth we have an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer within our Future System Studies team. You will be at the forefront of an unprecedented transformation to the energy industry, providing technical leadership across AEMO, the Australian energy industry, and internationally. You will have a lead role in the development of advanced analysis and investigations focusing on emerging power system security issues to improve the design and future operation of the power system.
In this position you will identify technical issues and develop novel solutions that can be applied across the NEM, coordinating problem solving across AEMO and the energy industry. You will contribute to the refinement of power system design principles, establishing new insights and approaches to emerging power system phenomena.
The incumbent will help build technical knowledge and capability within AEMO and across industry, mentoring and coaching AEMO staff and stakeholders. Leading strategic technical projects, you will have in-depth experience in power systems analysis, engineering, design, and operation of electricity transmission systems.
We are looking for a highly motivated individual who brings an applied knowledge of power system design and operation, and a desire to apply this knowledge to help accelerate the transition of the NEM power system.
What you will be doing
- Effectively assess emerging power system security issues and support development of solutions.
- Plan, undertake and review simulations and analysis of current and emerging power system security issues, and mentor and advise less experienced team members.
- Manage consultants who will provide expert advice into the process.
- Provide a technical interface between internal and external stakeholders to enable AEMO to respond to emerging challenges.
- Contribute to the ongoing development of the Future System Studies team by providing support to the team members.
- Deliver projects and assignments to achieve agreed targets for scope, time, quality, and cost.
What you will bring to the role
Education
- Electrical Engineering degree with a power system and/or power electronics focus, or suitable equivalent.
Experience and Knowledge
- 4 to 6 years of relevant experience, for example in: power systems engineering and operations, analysis and modelling, or the electricity industry.
- Experience of power systems analysis simulation applications including PSS/E and PSCAD/EMTDC.
- Knowledge of electrical engineering principles, specifically relating to electricity transmission, distribution and generation, and system restoration.
- Desirable to have knowledge of national electricity rules applicable to the performance requirements of generating systems.
- Highly refined written and verbal communications for both technical and non-technical audiences, and ability to effectively communicate complex engineering problems.
- Ability to think logically, and analyse and solve issues.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multidisciplinary projects over a wide range of power system planning issues.
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
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