
Senior Power System Engineer
6 hours ago
Position: Senior Power System Engineer
Location: Melbourne, VIC
Key Responsibilities
• Conducting advanced power system studies and simulations to evaluate integration of inverter-based resources (IBRs) such as solar PV, wind, and battery storage into the grid.
• Leading the grid connection process for renewable projects, from feasibility studies through to final commissioning, ensuring compliance with national and state regulatory standards.
• Developing and refining control and protection strategies for power electronics and inverters, addressing challenges such as fault ride-through, reactive power support, and synchronisation.
• Designing and implementing protective measures and mitigation strategies to enhance system stability and resilience during grid disturbances.
• Overseeing and coordinating pre- and post-commissioning testing, ensuring that operational and regulatory requirements are met.
• Preparing and presenting technical reports, compliance documentation, and client deliverables in a clear, professional, and solutions-focused manner.
• Creating and maintaining programming scripts, software tools, and modelling systems to improve accuracy and efficiency of power system analysis.
• Driving innovation and continuous improvement by introducing new methodologies, tools, and procedures based on project learnings and client feedback.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships, representing GridWise at meetings, and identifying opportunities to expand service offerings.
• Supporting business development initiatives by contributing technical expertise to proposals and tender submissions.
• Mentoring junior engineers and fostering a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing and professional growth are encouraged.
Salary: $125,000 – $135,000 + Superannuation
Hours: Full-time, 38 hours per week
Personal Attributes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex technical challenges.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with the ability to translate engineering concepts into client-friendly language.
• A proactive and detail-oriented approach, with strong project management capabilities.
Qualifications & Experience
• Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering (or a closely related field).
• At least 1 year of professional experience in power systems, grid connection, or renewable energy integration.
• In-depth understanding of power electronics-based inverter technology (IBR), power electronics, and associated control systems.
• Sound knowledge of the National Electricity Rules (NER), particularly Chapter 5, as it pertains to IBR technologies.
• Proven experience with power system simulation software such as PSS/E, PSCAD, and PowerFactory.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take the next step in your engineering career and contribute to Australia's renewable energy future, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and join GridWise Energy – where engineering excellence meets a sustainable future.
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