Senior Engineer - Infrastructure Development: VIC Planning & Connections

Be a part of shaping Victorias energy future legacy through the application of strong technical skills and impactful development of the transmission system. PSSE desirable. The Senior Engineer - Infrastructure Development: VIC Planning & Connections will have strong experience in transmission network design and delivery with a background in the Energy sector. Melbourne based position / Must have a strong electrical background. Hybrid working excellent company culture and great benefits.

This permanent position will transfer to VicGrid on 1 November this year and be part of a growing infrastructure development and delivery organisation with a pipeline of work to achieve Victorias 2050 target. If you think you have transferable skills an appetite to learn and would be a great fit wed love to hear from you.

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australias independent energy 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-lifetimeopportunityto co-design thefutureof ourenergy systems and our core values revolve around Character Commitment and Connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant mission in the energy sector.

AEMOs System Design division is responsible for planning the power system in the context of unprecedented transformation. The rapid transition to renewable energy generation and electrification of many sectors has seen sharp rises in proposed transmission and distribution connection projects.

In Victoria AEMO performs the responsibilities of the planning and approval for transmission augmentation including connections which is typically carried out in other states by transmission network service providers.

Victorian Planning and Connections plays a key role in successfully navigating the energy future by determining and procuring investment in the best interest of consumers and by acting as a trusted advisor for Victorian Government and connection proponents.

About the role

The Infrastructure Development team has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Engineer with transmission experience to join the Victorian Planning and Connections group and be part Victorias energy your industry experience and knowledge of HV transmission networks you will provide technical expertise across AEMO VicGrid Network Service Providers and connection customers in addition to other network stakeholders.

This role is based in AEMOs Melbourne office. AEMO provides an essential service and actively promotes flexible working arrangements within our team. We have strong team structures culture and communication.

What you will be doing

• Develop Primary Functional Requirements (PFRs) Protection and Control Requirements (PCRs) and other technical documentation for network connections and augmentations.
• Design control schemes to manage congestion and maintain system security under contingency conditions.
• Conduct technical assessments of key documentation for energisation approval and practical completion.
• Provide technical input into the development and negotiation of connection agreements.
• Contribute into connection enquiry responses and negotiate connection arrangements.
• Collaborate across AEMO industry and stakeholders to drive timely efficient delivery of major infrastructure projects and strengthen AEMOs role as a trusted advisor.

What you will bring to the role

Education

Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering and be a registered professional engineer (Victoria preferable).

Experience and Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of the energy sector National Electricity Rules (NER) and Victorian transmission connection processes.
• Extensive experience in HV transmission design and delivery including technical leadership roles.
• In-depth understanding of electrical primary/secondary design protection and control schemes and special control systems (e.g. runback fast trip).
• Skilled in defining technical requirements for power system augmentations including plant equipment earthing and control systems.
• Proficient in interpreting complex engineering reports and using electrical analysis tools such as PSSE.
• Strong communication reporting and client-facing skills with proven ability to engage and negotiate with stakeholders.

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

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