National Power Systems Lead

1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia TALEXON Full time $150,000 - $200,000 per year

Join a world-class engineering and consulting team driving the transition to cleaner, smarter energy systems. This newly created senior position will be pivotal in building visibility for the organisation in Australia while delivering projects that have strong ties to teams and clients across Asia and Europe.

Working as part of a large, high-calibre global power systems group, you'll collaborate with industry-leading experts in HV transmission, renewable energy integration, energy storage (BESS), HVDC, and both onshore and offshore wind. You'll be helping to promote capabilities that are recognised internationally as best-in-class, while contributing to innovative solutions for some of the most complex energy infrastructure projects.

The Opportunity

As Principal and National Lead - Power Systems, you will:

  • Define the national strategy for the power systems service line, aligning with APAC and global objectives.
  • Build and strengthen the organisation's presence in the Australian market, growing capability and influence to match global standards.
  • Position the organisation as a recognised leader through business development, client engagement, and industry representation.
  • Maintain an active role in technical delivery while driving excellence across projects in grid connection, HVDC, renewable integration, and transmission systems.
  • Collaborate with international experts to bring best-practice methodologies and innovation into local projects.
  • Take ownership for driving revenue growth through strategic client relationships, project wins, and expansion of services.

About You

You're an established leader in the power systems field with:

  • 12+ years' experience in consulting or utility environments.
  • Recognised technical expertise in power system studies, grid connection, and renewable energy integration.
  • A strong client network and proven record in generating revenue and building market presence.
  • The ability to influence outcomes, shape market positioning, and deliver high-quality client work.
  • A collaborative mindset and ability to work seamlessly across cultures and geographies.

Why Join

  • Lead a national service line with global backing and the opportunity for APAC influence.
  • Access the resources and knowledge base of an international power systems team.
  • Play a pivotal role in shaping market presence during Australia's clean energy transition.
  • Competitive salary package with performance bonus and strong career growth potential.

Talexon has been exclusively retained to deliver this search and is partnering closely with the hiring organisation to ensure a targeted, high-quality appointment for this pivotal national leadership role.

For a confidential conversation, please contact Vlad Jelinek on or

  • Power Systems Engineer

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Smarter Power Solutions Full time $80,000 - $150,000 per year

    Smarter Power Solutions is seeking the service of a highly competent power systems engineer, experienced in supporting grid connection applications in the NEM to be part of growing and ambitious team. The work will present a wide variety of technical challenges and would suit a candidate who:Wants to work with a team of experts, with opportunity to have fun...

  • Lead Power Systems Engineer

    4 days ago

    Melbourne City Centre, Victoria, Australia Hays Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Location: Flexible across Australia or New Zealand Salary: Competitive package + benefits Work Type: Full-time, Permanent Your new company Join a global leader in renewable energy with a strong footprint across Australia and New Zealand. This organisation has delivered some of the region's most significant clean energy projects and continues to grow rapidly....

  • Power Systems Engineer

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Ampere Labs Pty Ltd Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

    About usAmpere Labs is an Australian engineering services company providing modelling, analysis and advisory services for power systems and energy markets, with experience working on grids in Australia, Asia and the Pacific.About the roleIn this role, you will tackle a broad range of highly technical power system engineering projects related to the planning,...

  • Principal Power Systems Engineer

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Vysus Group Full time

    Principal Power Systems Engineer – Energy & Power Systems TeamLocation: Australian capital cities (remote if not in Melbourne)About Vysus GroupVysus Group is a leading engineering and technical consultancy, providing specialised expertise in asset performance, risk management, and project management across complex industrial assets, including energy assets...

  • Senior Power Systems Engineer

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia EPEC Group Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    About UsEPEC Group is a high voltage connections specialist, providing HV power engineering consultancy, EPC substation construction, testing and compliance services across the National Electricity Market.Our mission is to lead the way in connecting the future of Australia's energy supply to renewable power generation sources. Since being founded in 2019, we...

  • Senior Power Systems Planning Engineer

    2 hours ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Davidson Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    About the CompanyDavidson is proudly partnering with a leading global developer, owner and operator of energy assets with a significant forward pipeline of projects. Drawing on a significant track-record of success, both domestically and internationally they are currently playing a critical role in enabling the energy transition in the Australian market.With...

  • Power Systems

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Powercor - Citipower Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

    About usAt CitiPower and Powercor, we're proud to deliver electricity to 1.3 million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we're here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we're essential to them all – and none of this happens without our people.We...

  • Power System Engineers

    4 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) Full time

    Join to apply for the Power System Engineers (multiple roles) role at Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)2 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Power System Engineers (multiple roles) role at Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO)Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.AEMO at the Heart of EnergyAEMO is...

  • Electrical Power Systems Engineer

    1 week ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia CSIRO Full time $114,000 - $153,000 per year

    Acknowledgement of CountryCSIRO acknowledges the Traditional Owners of the land, sea and waters, of the area that we live and work on across Australia. We acknowledge their continuing connection to their culture and pay our respects to their Elders past and present. View our vision towards reconciliation .Role highlightsGreat ongoing opportunity to apply...

  • Power Systems Engineer – Renewables

    2 weeks ago

    Melbourne, Victoria, Australia GE Vernova Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

    Job Description SummarySystems engineering is a cross-functional engineering discipline centered on an approach, mindset, and process. All activities that consider both the business and the technical needs of the customers with the goal of providing a quality product that meets the user's needs. The discipline that executes a robust process of design,...