About the Role

As a Graduate Power Systems Engineer in Rennie’s Grid Connections team, you will support renewable energy developers, investors and infrastructure clients through the delivery of specialist power systems studies and grid connection advisory services. Working across the full project lifecycle, from application and registration through to energisation and commissioning, you will help clients navigate compliance requirements, connection standards and the increasingly complex challenges associated with connecting energy projects to the National Electricity Market (NEM), while contributing to practical engineering solutions that support successful project outcomes and meet stakeholder and regulatory requirements.

Our clients include investors, renewable energy developers, network businesses, energy retailers, service providers and government bodies.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Graduate Power Systems Engineer to join our team in Melbourne. You will work alongside experienced power systems engineers and senior Rennie colleagues, building your technical capability while contributing to real grid connection and renewable energy projects.

Your role will provide exposure to power systems modelling, technical analysis and the grid connection process, with opportunities to support projects from early-stage connection studies through to registration, energisation and commissioning. You will receive guidance and mentoring from experienced team members while progressively taking on greater responsibility for technical analysis, client deliverables and project outcomes.

Experience & Qualifications

We’re looking for candidates with:

- Relevant qualifications: A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering,



Power Systems Engineering or a related discipline, either recently completed or due to be completed.
- An interest in power systems: A strong interest in renewable energy, power systems and the Australian electricity market, with an eagerness to develop specialist grid connection expertise.
- Technical capability: A sound understanding of electrical engineering and power systems fundamentals, supported by strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Power systems modelling: Exposure to power systems modelling tools, such as PSCAD/EMTDC, EMTP-RV, PSS/E, DIgSILENT Power Factory, MATLAB or similar software, through university, internships or previous work experience will be highly regarded. Knowledge of scripting languages such as Python or Fortran, for power system modelling, simulation, automation or data analysis is desirable.
- A proactive approach: Self-motivation, initiative and a commitment to learning and delivering high-quality work.
- A cooperative mindset: Strong written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.

Previous industry or internship experience within the energy, utilities or renewable energy sector will be highly regarded but is not essential.

About Rennie

Rennie Advisory is a multi-disciplinary advisory firm focused on redefining sustainable success.



Our mission is to help organisations navigate and optimise the transition to a net-zero, sustainable future. We are passionate about helping our clients to recalibrate, redesign, deliver on their responsibilities, reshape and reposition to solve complex problems and create long-term value.

Our values of authenticity, excellence, resilience, and one-team are the foundation upon which the business operates. We are also dedicated to authentically creating and nurturing a diverse and inclusive culture and ensuring equality of opportunity in our workplace.

Why Rennie?

Our people are the cornerstone of our success, and our culture is paramount. We work as a cohesive team, celebrating achievements along the way. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is demonstrated at all levels across the business. We offer benefits such as:

- Flexibility options
- Career progression
- Diverse and inclusive work practices
- Paid parental leave
- Financial study assistance and study leave
- Professional learning and development opportunities
- Employee referral incentives
- External employee counselling
- Regular social events to connect and celebrate together

Want to know more about our Rennie team? Visit us @rennieadvisory on Instagram.

Additional Information

If you would like to have a confidential discussion, please send your CV to [email protected].

Please put in the email subject line: Your name, Graduate Engineer. We advise that only applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted.

- Our preferred applicant will be required to undertake employment screening by Rennie Advisory or our external third-party provider.

📌 Graduate Engineer | Grid Connections (Melbourne)
🏢 Rennie
📍 Melbourne