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Senior Engineer - Energy Systems Planning

Sydney, New South WalesRemoteFull-time2026-10-23 → 2026-11-11
Hybrid

Core

Senior engineer assessing network capability, identifying challenges, and developing solutions to support system security and reliability for Australia's power system.

Role type

Senior IC power systems planning engineer

Builds

Long-term power system plans, network adequacy assessments, and investment recommendations for the National Electricity Market

Domain

Energy sector / Power systems engineering

Required skills

Power system stability analysis, Power system dynamics, Transmission network planning, Load flow analysis, Project leadership, Technical stakeholder engagement

Preferred skills

Experience with inverter-based resource integration, Voltage control strategies, System strength assessment

Technologies

PSS®E, PSCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Responsibilities

Deliver high-quality power system analysis and modelling to assess system security and reliability; Provide expert engineering advice to support planning outcomes; Assess future system needs including network augmentation and system strength; Lead end-to-end project delivery including methodology and quality assurance; Develop constraint equations for market modelling; Coach engineers and communicate insights to stakeholders

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities