Power System Planning Engineer

3 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Australian Energy Market Operator Full time

About the Role

As a Power System Planning Engineer within the Victorian Planning & Connections team, you will be responsible for conducting power system studies, interpreting the results, and providing technical advice on network adequacy and economics. You will be contributing to network investment decisions for the Victorian Declared Shared Network, including Regulatory Investment Tests for Transmission (RIT-Ts). Your work will support decisions and you will need to communicate recommendations to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

  • Network Analysis: Perform simulations and analyses to assess and optimize the Victorian transmission network
  • Result Interpretation: Provide clear, actionable insights and recommendations based on your analyses
  • Stakeholder Communication: Craft and present reports, briefings, and presentations to a diverse audience, including technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Project Coordination: Manage and prioritize multiple projects, adapting to changing needs and communicating effectively with your team
  • Policy Development: Collaborate with senior staff and stakeholders to develop policies that guide our processes

What You Will Bring

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field
  • Minimum 2 years' experience in a similar role
  • Experience with electricity network analysis tools (PSS/E, PowerFactory, PSCAD) and interpreting results
  • Strong understanding of electricity transmission systems and energy markets
  • Excellent communication skills and the ability to convey complex information clearly
  • Experience in preparing high-quality stakeholder reports
  • Passion for contributing to a sustainable energy future

About Our Process

AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, religion, and our First Nation peoples. We are dedicated to accommodating applicants' needs during the application or interview process. If you would like to know more about working at AEMO, please check out our careers page for more information.



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