Engineer - ISON (12267)

Engineer ISON

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

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.

About the role

ISONis a collaboration between 6 founding System Operators.

This role will provide you with a unique opportunity to work with advanced system operators globallyto contribute to the uplifting of operational capability and support the transition to power systems increasingly dominated by renewable energy.

Youll support the Executive Director ISON to build effective engagement and collaboration with the ISON system operators supporting collaboration on joint projects and initiatives. Youll help distil key technical learnings and insights to uplift ISON system operator capability sharing with other system operators globally. Youll also support engagement with CSIRO on the development of the associated research plans for Australia. Other stakeholders include manufacturers software vendors philanthropic organisations universities and other technical institutes.

What you will be doing

• Actively support collaboration across the ISON to ensure technical priorities remain relevant helping to track progress and delivery.
• Engage with ISON partners to provide input and feedback aligned with the objectives of the ISON including support of international outreach initiatives.
• Assist with progress reporting technical documentation meeting minutes and presentations.
• Contribute to internal AEMO initiatives related to power system operations generator performance and operational tools and technology.

• What you will bring to the role
• Completed tertiary and/or postgraduate studies in a relevant discipline
• Sound understanding of engineering and power systems related concepts.
• Understanding of coding/automation techniques and their applications to power system simulation software and tools.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts in an engaging manner.

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).

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 simply let the us know by emailing us at

If you would like to know more about working at AEMO please check out our careers page for more information.