Senior Planning Engineer

Senior Planning Engineer

Department:System Design

Division:Victorian Power Systems Analysis

Reference number:12798

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.

Work in a national team liaising directly with the Victorian Government. Strong stakeholder engagement. High autonomy supportive manager collaborative team culture. Knowledge of transmission system behaviour & broader energy markets. Experience using PSS/E PowerFactory or PSCAD. Flexible working / Excellent benefits - Bonus /Bris Melb Syd Perth Adel Hobart.

About the division and role

Victorian Planning and Connections is accountable for planning the transmission system making network investment decisions and connecting new generators and loads in Victoria and ensuring these investments dont adversely impact the power system as a whole.

The department 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.

This role provides planning and modelling expertise to the Victorian Government advising on primary and secondary technical options for major transmission projects to support safe secure and reliable supply. It includes independent work close collaboration with government and coordination of consultants and contractors as needed.

The position has the flexibility to be based out of any of our offices in Australia Brisbane Sydney Melbourne Adelaide Perth & Hobart.

What you will be doing

• Support network investment decisions through workshops scoping and technical advice on option analysis.
• Undertake transmission network simulations to identify capabilities and emerging limitations.
• Conduct power system studies to assess technical viability of preferred options or required supporting plant.
• Interpret and justify simulation results providing clear recommendations on network adequacy and investment options.
• Prepare high-quality written and verbal outputs including reports presentations briefing papers and planning documents (VAPR RIT-T).

What you will bring to the role

Education/Certificates

Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering and 5 years of relevant industry experience with a discipline relevant to power systems.

Experience & Knowledge

• Experience in electricity transmission network planning across jurisdictional short medium and long term horizons.
• Proficiency with network analysis tools (PSS/E PowerFactory PSCAD) and interpreting technical studies.
• Proven experience leading technical work packages.
• Strong understanding of transmission system operation energy markets and costbenefit assessment of projects.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to negotiate and provide clear recommendations to stakeholders.
• Ability to produce high-quality reports for senior management; knowledge of AEMOs role market frameworks and relevant regulations. (Data analytics skills such as SQL/Power BI/Excel/R are highly desirable.)

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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