Principal Power Systems Engineer

7 days ago

Adelaide, South Australia Connectyou Full time

Overview
We are currently recruiting for a Principal Power Systems Engineer to be based in Adelaide in a permanent role for our client who are specialists in this area. The successful candidate will take a leading role in advanced power system studies and modelling, driving technical direction across complex projects and providing senior-level guidance to the broader engineering team.
Responsibilities
Lead and conduct advanced power system studies including load flow, contingency analysis, voltage stability, and system optimisation.
Develop, validate, and maintain power system models using PowerFactory, PSCAD, and PSSE, with a particular focus on data centre modelling in collaboration with AEMO.
Deliver offshore wind grid connection studies, ensuring compliance with Australian grid codes and AEMO requirements.
Manage technical aspects of bringing new OEMs into the NEM, coordinating with AEMO to ensure successful integration.
Collaborate with clients, regulators, OEMs, and internal teams to ensure compliance with industry standards and grid requirements.
Prepare and present detailed technical reports and recommendations to senior stakeholders.
Support project managers in proposals, bid preparation, and technical documentation.
Mentor and develop junior and mid-level engineers, building the team's technical capability.
Required Experience
Extensive experience in power systems engineering.
Proven expertise in PSSE, PSCAD, and PowerFactory for system modelling and studies.
Strong background in steady state, transient, and dynamic analysis of power systems.
Demonstrated experience with AEMO processes, grid compliance, and NEM connection requirements.
Hands-on involvement in offshore wind, renewable integration, and data centre grid connection projects.
Experience managing OEM integration into the NEM.
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance, grid codes, and Australian industry standards.
Track record of providing technical leadership and mentoring engineers.
Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or related field (Master's degree or higher strongly advantageous).
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution
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