About ElectraNet

ElectraNet builds, owns, operates and maintains the high voltage electricity transmission network which delivers the energy South Australians rely on to power our homes, businesses and communities. Our employees describe our culture as one that is supportive, inclusive, and community-oriented, where we genuinely want each other to succeed.

Employee Benefits

ElectraNet is committed to empowering our people and recognising their contribution with a competitive remuneration package. For the Power systems engineer a starting base salary of $129,500pa plus superannuation and bonus eligibility of up to 15%. For the Experienced Power Systems Engineer a starting base salary of $147,000pa plus superannuation and bonus eligibility of up to 15%.

In addition, we are proud to offer:

- 5 weeks of annual leave per year
- 15 days personal/carers leave per year
- 16 weeks paid parental leave
- Additional paid volunteering and office closure leave
- Flexible work practices and wellbeing support
- Paid volunteering leave and cultural celebration flexibility
- Exciting projects, professional development, and a vibrant and inclusive team culture
- Support for professional certification and membership

Visit our careers page to read more about our employee benefits.

Beyond the benefits, discover a rewarding career with:

- Exciting and impactful projects across South Australia.
- A welcoming and inclusive company culture with a strong team spirit.
- Exceptional opportunities for career development and ongoing support.
- Support for skilled certifications and memberships.
- Regular social events and team activities.

The Opportunity

Seeking a full-time Power Systems Engineer and an Experienced Power Systems Engineer to contribute to the secure and reliable operation of South Australia's high-voltage transmission network based in Adelaide, South Australia.

Joining our Network Connections team, you will support customer connection assessments, performance standards, power system modelling and technical analysis that help deliver a secure, reliable and future-ready transmission network.

About You





You are a technically strong and collaborative engineer with experience in power systems, transmission networks and network planning. You bring sound analytical capability, a practical approach to solving technical challenges and the confidence to engage with a range of stakeholders. You will enjoy working in a team environment where your contribution supports customer outcomes, network performance and the delivery of a safe and reliable electricity transmission system.

Key responsibilities:

Operational & Technical

You will play a key role in supporting customer connections, network planning and power system analysis across South Australia's transmission network.

- Support customer connections, technical assessments and Performance Standards.
- Contribute to network planning, modelling, analysis and reporting.
- Help strengthen system security, compliance and future network capability.

A successful Power Systems Engineer will have:

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or above
- Eligibility for membership with Engineers Australia.
- Minimum 5+ years' experience in power systems, transmission, utilities or related engineering environment
- Experience with customer connections, technical assessments, performance standards or compliance.
- Provide engineering analysis for planning, design and operational support.
- Undertake small to medium sized projects delivering to medium term weekly to quarterly timeframe
- Sound knowledge of transmission system reliability, substation components and performance
- Well-developed analytical, investigation and problem-solving capability
- Knowledge of legislated industry requirements (NER, ESCOSA, OTR, AEMO)
- Experience using modelling analysis and programming tools such as PSS/E, PSCAD, PowerFactory, AULimit,



Python or Matlab.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a collaborative approach across multidisciplinary teams

In addition to the above requirements for Power Systems Engineer role:

A successful Experienced Power Systems Engineer will have:

- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or above
- Eligibility for membership with Engineers Australia.
- Minimum 7+ years' experience in power systems, transmission, utilities or related engineering environment
- Strong technical capability in power system analysis, planning, or modelling
- Proven ability to interpret and apply technical standards and frameworks
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, including power system modelling and technical analysis.
- Sound knowledge of legislated industry requirements (NER, ESCOSA, OTR, AEMO)
- Communicate technical information with impact and stakeholders.
- Advanced communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach across multidisciplinary teams

How to apply

Please apply online via our careers page before 31 July 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible, as interviews and appointments may occur prior to the closing date. Applicants can also register for job alerts via our careers page.

To view the position description for both the Power Systems Engineer and Experienced Power Systems Engineer visit our careers page.

Successful applicant will be required to undergo background checks. These checks may include global criminal history checks, reference checks, and validation of qualifications, employment history, Australian work rights, and any additional checks depending on the role.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply. ElectraNet is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people bring to our team.

Click 'Apply' to view the Position Description on our careers page.

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📌 Power Systems Engineer and Experienced Power System Engineer (Adelaide)
🏢 Electranet
📍 Adelaide