Engineer Congestion Modelling

Division: Western Australia & Strategy

Department: WA Operations

Reference number:12655

Engagement type:Permanent

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

WA System Engineering is responsible for power system analysis modelling and reporting to ensure short- to medium-term security reliability and resilience of the SWIS considering the rapid energy transition.

Your role will involve the provision of engineering foresight and services in all aspects of system transition challenges and opportunities for a sustainable energy future.

What you will be doing

• Develop and maintain foundational knowledge of the South-West Interconnected System (SWIS) focusing on transmission system limitations such as thermal ratings voltage stability and oscillatory stability.
• Build understanding of the Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM) Dispatch Engine (DE/WEMDE) Security Constrained Economic Dispatch (SCED) and Energy Management Systems (EMS).
• Support the development and maintenance of Constraint Equations to represent network congestion and ensure secure SWIS operation across planning horizons.
• Assist in reviewing and improving Constraint Equation performance through event investigations statistical analysis and process enhancements
• Collaborate with internal teams and respond to technical queries related to network congestion and Constraint Equations under guidance from senior staff.

What you will bring to the role

• Qualifications in Electrical Engineering or other discipline relevant to power systems analysis with experience in the Energy sector.
• Familiarity with power system modelling and analysis tools such as DIgSILENT and PSCAD.
• Foundational programming skills particularly in Python with an interest in developing automation and analytical tools.
• Understanding of core electrical engineering principles related to electricity generation transmission system theory and modelling.
• Experience or demonstrated ability to produce clear structured technical documentation for varied audiences.

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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