Take wind, solar and battery projects from first connection enquiry to a compliant, operating asset.
Power system studies, connection approvals and performance verification
Large-scale wind, solar and battery storage projects
One of the world's largest renewable energy companies
Only candidates with current Australian working rights will be considered
In short:
A power systems engineering role at one of the world's largest renewable energy companies, owning the technical path to grid connection for a portfolio of wind, solar and battery projects, from early studies through energisation and testing to ongoing compliance. At least 5 years in power systems engineering across renewable generation, transmission or distribution required.
D'Arcy Weil is recruiting a Grid Connection Engineer on behalf of one of the world's largest renewable energy companies. The Melbourne-based role takes responsibility for getting large-scale renewable projects connected and keeping them compliant, including:
Guiding each project through the connection process, from the first approach to the network to final sign-off
Producing the studies, technical submissions and evidence that each approval depends on
Acting as the technical contact for AEMO, network service providers and external specialists
Directing testing, energisation and model validation on site
Diagnosing performance problems on operating assets and keeping them within their grid obligations
Giving early technical advice on new sites, bids and the wider development pipeline
The work covers the whole life of a connection, from the first enquiry through to an asset that proves its compliance and keeps it.
The Role
Connection delivery:
Own the connection pathway for wind, solar and battery projects, from the first approach to the network through to final sign-off,



and produce the studies, technical submissions and supporting evidence each approval depends on
Studies and modelling:
Run stability and transient simulations in PSS/E, PSCAD and PowerFactory to show that inverter-based plant meets its performance standards across a range of grid conditions, and write up the findings clearly
Network and market engagement:
Act as the technical voice with AEMO, transmission and distribution network providers and external specialists, work through their queries, resolve differences and secure the approvals each project needs
Commissioning and model validation:
Direct testing, energisation and model validation on site so that each asset proves its compliance at first energisation and stays compliant afterwards
Operating asset support:
Diagnose power system performance problems on operating assets, and keep them within their grid obligations as rules and technical expectations shift
Development and bids:
Give early technical advice on new sites and bids, and on strategy for the renewable development pipeline
About You
At least 5 years in power systems engineering across renewable generation, transmission or distribution
Fluency in PSS/E, PSCAD and PowerFactory, including electromagnetic transient (EMT) modelling and RMS model development and validation
Hands-on experience taking projects through AEMO connection processes, including R1 and R2 stages,



and dealing with distribution and transmission network providers
A working knowledge of the National Electricity Rules and generator performance standards
Eligibility for Engineers Australia membership, and RPEQ or RPEV registration held or eligible to obtain
A solid understanding of how inverter-based plant behaves, across wind, solar and battery systems, including grid-forming inverter control and system strength and stability issues
Hands-on experience with hold-point testing and commissioning on site
Experience mentoring or supervising junior engineers
Clear technical writing and confident stakeholder communication
What's on Offer
A competitive remuneration package with a performance bonus
A global renewable energy company with the scale, backing and technical depth to take on the largest projects
A senior technical seat with real influence over how projects are connected, and scope to develop and mentor other engineers
Access to internal training academies, technical programs and leadership development
Cross-border rotations and international placement opportunities within a global group
Open internal vacancies across the group, with real mobility between roles, teams and countries
Versatile start and finish times, and hybrid working with regular days from home
A strong work-life balance culture, with generous paid parental leave, options for reduced or flexible hours and extended unpaid leave
Support toward professional registration and Engineers Australia membership
An employee assistance program and wellbeing support
A diverse, inclusive and equal-opportunity workplace with a collaborative, purpose-driven culture
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📌 Grid Connection Engineer | Utility-Scale Wind, Solar & Battery Storage | Melbourne
🏢 D'Arcy Weil
📍 Melbourne