Engineer, Victorian Power System Analysis 3 Positions

Division: System Design

Department: Victorian Power Systems Analysis

Reference number:13041

Engagement type:Permanent

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AEMO is Australias independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMOs purpose is to ensure safe reliable and affordable energy today and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems and our core values revolve around character commitment and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.

Join a high performing team delivering critical power system integration work across Victorias network. Ideal for engineers with industry experience. 3 positions available. Hands on PSSE and PSCAD experience in transmission network analysis. Able to be based in Brisbane Melbourne Sydney Adelaide Perth. Hybrid working / Excellent company culture / Great benefits.

Victorian Power Systems Analysis is a division within the System Design department which is focused on efficient planning and development of the Victorian Electricity Transmission Network in partnership with VicGrid.

About the role and team
With three positions available this is an outstanding opportunity to play a key role in Victorias energy transition. The Engineers within the Department will develop and maintain network asset and remedial action scheme power system models while leading modelling and analysis to support network investment inter-network testing and project integration activities.

The roles will also contribute to system normal limit equation development for the Victorian transmission network and support Operability activities to help ensure the safe secure and reliable supply of electricity.

What you will be doing

• Review Victorian system normal limit equations and special control schemes delivering timely limit advice and control scheme proposals.
• Undertake transmission network simulation and analysis using PSSE and PSCAD to support system integration and network augmentation activities.
• Interpret simulation outcomes and provide robust recommendations relating to project scoping delivery commissioning and augmentation impacts.
• Review and approve inter-network testing and project commissioning plans to support augmentation capacity release.
• Prepare clear high-quality reports operational planning advice presentations and briefing materials for technical and non-technical audiences.
• Build strong stakeholder relationships across AEMO and industry contributing to consistent policies messaging and system integration outcomes.

The positions can be based in any of AEMOs offices (Melbourne Sydney Brisbane Perth Adelaide) with hybrid working arrangements.

What you will bring to the role

Education

• Relevant tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering with a power system focus.

Experience and Knowledge

• Understanding of the Victorian power system and the ability to apply technical knowledge to solve engineering problems.
• Experience using power system modelling and analysis tools such as PSS/E PSCAD Mudpack and SCADA/EMS.
• Experience modelling credible and non-credible contingencies including steady state dynamic and QV studies.
• Industry experience in transmission network planning system integration or network operations with exposure to remedial action schemes protection and control systems testing and commissioning activities desirable.
• Strong communication stakeholder engagement and data analysis skills with experience using analytical tools automated solutions and IT systems.
• Highly organised and adaptable with strong attention to detail and knowledge of AEMOs Victorian Planning functions energy markets and regulatory frameworks.

In return some of our benefitsto you

• Flexible working: work from home part timejob share hybrid optionsand additional leave options.
• Professional development via projects industry networksjob rotation study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program discounted health insurance gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

In return some of our benefits to you

• Flexible working: work from home part timejob share hybrid optionsand additional leave options
• Professional development via projects industry networksjob rotation study assistance and more.
• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program discounted health insurance gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

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