Senior Power Systems Modelling Engineer RPEQ

2 weeks ago


Townsville, Queensland, Australia Energy Queensland Full time
New position within our growing Power Systems team Permanent position at any major Queensland location PM3 | From $186k % super

At Yurika , we're not just employees; we are catalysts for change, embarking on exciting projects that redefine the way we power the world.
As a part of our team, you will be at the forefront of innovation, contributing to the development and implementation of cutting-edge renewable energy solutions that make a tangible difference, shifting Australia towards a more sustainable energy future.

Through our rapidly growing national footprint, our teams work across everything from electricity networks , to solar, wind and battery projects, through to metering, telecommunications, EV charging and the supply of electrical infrastructure products.

Yurika is part of Energy Queensland – the largest, wholly government-owned electricity company in Australia that also includes Energex, Ergon Energy Network and Ergon Energy Retail. We have 100+ years' experience in generation, transmission, and distribution power systems in Queensland and Australia, and we're a key player delivering on the Queensland Energy and Jobs Plan.

Why work for Yurika?

We believe in empowering our people, offering a collaborative and inclusive work environment where your ideas and passion for sustainability are not just valued, but crucial. Join us and experience:

A solid pipeline of exciting projects The ability to make a real difference to Australia's energy landscape. Flexibility to balance work with the other things in life important to you job security and competitive salary packages. Flexible remuneration options including salary sacrificing, novated leases, plus strong 12.75% superannuation. A wide range of benefits secured by enterprise bargaining agreements. A diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone belongs. Career development and recognition, with opportunities to grow your career through professional development and internal mobility. A safety-first workplace culture that incorporates physical and mental health an array of wellness programs from skin checks to gym memberships, through to mentoring and guidance, and 24/7 employee assistance program support. Higher than industry average levels of employee engagement. We're looking for a Senior Power Systems Engineer with experience in power studies and simulations across renewables and/or conventional power generation.

The Position

Senior Power Systems Engineer sits within the wider Engineering & Design team and is supported by a smaller team of specialist designers with plenty of experience across the Power Systems and Transmission sector.
You, along with the existing team, will be responsible for the delivery of connection studies in PSS/E, PSCAD and PowerFactory for new generation infrastructure connections to the NEM.

Some of your accountabilities include:
Leads project teams and other employees associated with power system modelling, analysis and performance assessment. Develops broader team capability in the area of renewable and hybrid systems by providing coaching and mentoring. Keeps abreast of evolving, contemporary and proven technologies and solutions, and provides intelligence and expert opinion on the relevance and adoption of new technologies and systems associated with energy infrastructure, and the maintenance of existing, products and services as part of Yurika's market offering. Initiate and approve complex engineering reports and technical documentation involving a considerable degree of originality, ingenuity, and judgement and provide expert engineering advice in the area of power systems analysis and performance assessment, including, but not limited to, renewable and hybrid systems, as input into the construction of energy infrastructure projects and energy and utility services products made available competitively into the national market. Lead and/or undertake generator connection and planning studies in PSS/E, PSCAD and PowerFactory. The studies include, statics, dynamics and power quality. Initiate and coordinate stakeholder engagement for appropriate planning and design input to complete connection studies on time and within budget. Responsible for ensuring designs and any associated design information is completed in accordance with internal and external customer's requirements, design standards on time and within budget. Responsible for development and implementation of procedures, processes and systems to obtain the required performance and productivity, including the preparation of model scripting, where required. Responsible for collecting, recording, processing and analysing information in an accurate and timely manner. Provide technical advisory and support services to Yurika's clients, stakeholders and service providers. About You

You have previous experience with a minimum of four years as a Power Systems Engineer in a consultancy, TNSP, DNSP or EPC. Bachelor's degree in Engineering acceptable for membership of Institution of Engineers Australia in the Professional Engineering category Registration as Professional Engineer Queensland (RPEQ) You have a demonstrated understanding of the NEM and an up-to-date knowledge of the associated rules and regulations. You have working experience across PSS/E, PSCAD and/or Powerfactory software. For more information about this role, click on the Position Description link located at the bottom of the page or contact


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