Power Systems Engineer

Join our Energy business as a key member of a skilled team that brings ideas to life across various energy infrastructures from large-scale renewable projects to optimising transmission and distribution systems.

Your role will include:

• Serving as an expert in power systems analysis offering support to internal stakeholders and clients.

• Advising clients on power generation energy storage and network operations.

• Collaborating with external clients and service providers.

• Contributing to one of Australias largest communities of power systems specialists addressing complex challenges with innovative solutions.

• Delivering timely quality advice on power system operations and development while leading cutting-edge projects in energy storage and inverter-based generation.

Aurecons Energy team in Sydney is dedicated to transforming the energy landscape through innovative engineering solutions. Our skilled professionals specialise in renewable energy generation and power system optimisation collaborating with clients to deliver sustainable and future-focused projects. Committed to excellence and continuous improvement we strive to lead the energy sector and shape a sustainable future for Australia and beyond.

What are we looking for from you

We are seeking an enthusiastic Associate Power Systems Engineer who shares our passion for innovative engineering and is committed to continuous learning.

You will be degree qualified with 10-15 years of post-graduation experience in the power industry preferably in consulting or as a project developer/owner/operator.

Key Criteria:

• Expertise in Electrical Engineering:Strong understanding of power systems theory.

• Modelling Software Proficiency:Experience with power system modelling tools such as PSSE PSCAD and DIgSILENT PowerFactory is essential.

• Practical Experience:Field experience with power systems behaviour and knowledge in protection and primary systems design are advantageous.

• Regulatory Knowledge:Familiarity with the National Electricity Rules and the grid connection process within the NEM is .

We invite you to help shape the future of energy with us.

Whats in it for me
You really can bring your whole self to work and be confident that your voice will be heard. We dont just claim that were inclusive and innovative its proven by the independent awards and accreditations we have gained and were always seeking new ways to prove (and improve!) our commitment to diversity.

As well as the opportunity to work for a business that has innovation and sustainability at its core with very ambitious targets to become Net Zero by 2025 your role at Aurecon also includes the exciting benefits below:

• Flexible working for everyone in any role to consider how when and where they work and how they can perform at their best

• Working holiday initiative to give you the opportunity to work in another country for up to 4 weeks annually if you have work rights for that country

• Cultural holiday initiative Easter holidays not your thing You can swap public holidays with a day or days that are better aligned to you

• 22 weeks paid parental leave (permanent employees do not have to complete a certain amount of tenure to be eligible)

• Ability to purchase up to 20 days additional leave annually

• Lets Talk is a conversation based framework that enables individuals to align their contribution professional development and career progress with Aurecons goals

• In person and online technical training for the commercial and analytical skills you will need for your work

• Access to Aurecons People and Family Care program

• Additionally Aurecon recognises the importance and value of accessing best practice external development programmes and studies to complement the differentiated technical and professional learning offered in-house. We provide financial assistance and study leave for employees undertaking approved studies supporting individuals with ongoing professional development.

• Bupa Health Insurance discounts Apple employee discounts Dell computers discount Avis car hire benefits and more.