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Senior Power Systems Engineer

Sydney Permanent AU$150,000 - AU$190,000 per year Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
Join a growing team leading grid connection and power system studies for major renewable energy, BESS and HV infrastructure projects across Australia, supporting projects from feasibility through to commissioning and compliance. You'll use industry-leading tools such as PowerFactory and PSCAD, work directly with AEMO, NSPs and clients, and have the opportunity to develop into a Grid Connection Manager role.
  • Lead grid connection for Australia's leading BESS & renewable projects.
  • Own complex PowerFactory/PSCAD studies and progress to Grid Manager.

About Our Client

Our client is a leading engineering and project delivery business driving Australia's renewable energy and grid infrastructure transition, with a strong pipeline of BESS, Solar, Wind and HV projects.

Job Description

  • Perform and review power system studies for renewable energy, BESS and grid connection projects.
  • Develop and validate network and plant models using PowerFactory, PSCAD and PSS®E.
  • Support end-to-end grid connection activities, including GPS development and AEMO submissions.
  • Assess plant compliance with NEM requirements and performance standards.
  • Collaborate with clients, OEMs, consultants and network operators to resolve technical issues.
  • Review models, studies and control settings to optimise system performance.
  • Support commissioning, testing and model validation activities.
  • Prepare technical reports, compliance documentation and project deliverables.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Power Systems & Grid Connection Engineer will have:

  • A degree in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
  • 5+ years' experience in power system studies and grid connection projects within the Australian energy market.
  • Strong proficiency with PowerFactory, PSCAD and/or PSS®E.
  • Solid understanding of AEMO requirements, GPS processes and NEM regulations.
  • Experience delivering load flow, fault level, dynamic stability and grid compliance studies.
  • Knowledge of renewable energy, BESS and inverter-based resource technologies.
  • Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage clients, OEMs and network operators.
  • Excellent problem-solving, communication and technical reporting capabilities.



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary.
  • Superannuation included as part of the package.
  • Permanent position with long-term career prospects in Sydney or NSW.



If this role fits your experience, we encourage you to apply now.

Contact
Rhys James
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7065542
Phone number
0431982021

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Specialisation
Electrical
Industry
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Sydney
Job Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Rhys James
Consultant phone
0431982021
Job Reference
JN-072026-7065542
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know. Michael Page acknowledge and pay our respects to the Traditional Custodians of the land we operate on.