Senior or Principal Power Systems Engineer
Senior / Principal / Lead Power Systems Engineer
Sydney (flexible / hybrid) | Renewable Energy & Grid Connections
Full-time | Permanent
About the Opportunity
A specialist grid‐connection advisory firm is seeking an experienced
Senior, Principal or Lead Power Systems Engineer
to play a key role in delivering complex renewable energy projects across Australia's National Electricity Market (NEM).
This is a high‐impact position working on utility‐scale
solar, wind and battery energy storage (BESS) projects
, where you will lead grid connection strategies, power system studies and stakeholder engagement across the full project lifecycle—from early development through to commissioning and compliance.
Lead and deliver
power system studies
including load flow, dynamic (RMS) and EMT modelling (PSSE and PSCAD)
Develop and negotiate
Generator Performance Standards (GPS)
and connection applications
Define and implement
grid connection strategies
for complex and hybrid renewable projects
Manage
AEMO generator registration processes (R1 & R2)
and associated deliverables
Oversee
concept design development
and provide balance‐of‐plant electrical design input
Support or lead
commissioning activities
, hold point testing and model validation
Provide
technical leadership and mentorship
to junior engineers
Engage with key stakeholders including
AEMO, NSPs, OEMs and project developers
Advise clients on
regulatory requirements, rule changes and ongoing compliance
under the NEM framework
What You'll Be Working On
Utility‐scale renewable projects (typically 100 MW to 2 GW+)
Hybrid systems integrating
solar, wind and BESS
Complex grid connection challenges requiring
technical and regulatory expertise




End‐to‐end project involvement across:
Pre‐feasibility & feasibility studies
Connection applications and GPS negotiation
Construction, commissioning and operational compliance
About You
You'll be a highly capable power systems professional with a strong understanding of grid connections in the NEM.
Essential:
Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
5–15+ years' experience in power systems engineering (level aligned to Senior / Principal / Lead)
Proven experience in
grid connection studies and GPS development
Strong working knowledge of
PSSE and/or PSCAD
Solid understanding of
AEMO processes, NER requirements and NSP frameworks
Experience working across multi‐stakeholder project environments
Highly Regarded:
Experience leading projects or mentoring teams
Commissioning, testing or compliance experience
Exposure to
hybrid renewable energy projects
Familiarity with system strength, stability and evolving grid requirements
Why Apply
Join a
highly specialised, technically focused team
at the forefront of grid connections
Work across
high‐profile renewable energy projects
shaping Australia's energy transition
Opportunity to step into a
leadership role
with meaningful project ownership
Adaptable, collaborative and expert‐driven working environment
Strong pipeline of work across solar, wind, storage and hybrid developments
Next Steps
If you're an experienced Power Systems Engineer looking to step into a
senior or leadership role within grid connections
, this is an excellent opportunity to work on complex, high‐impact renewable energy projects.
Req ID:
Location: Eastern Zone, Prime Brook
Department: IPPL Professional Practice Support
Type of Employment: PermanentHourly FT (100%) x 1
Union: NSGEUNursingPosition
Posting Closing Date: 2-Nov-26

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