Overview:
As a Lead Power Systems Engineer, you will play an integral part in delivering renewable project outcomes across a variety of sustainable energy infrastructure projects.
Key elements of the role include:
- Perform load flow analysis, fault analysis, stability studies, and reliability assessments.
- Conduct power quality studies and recommend solutions to improve system performance.
- Interpret analytical outcomes, draw conclusions, and provide recommendations to resolve power system issues.
- Plan, undertake, and analyse simulations using power system tools like PSS/E, PSS Sincal, PSCAD/Dig Silent Power Factory.
- Provide project management support and deliver assignments to achieve targets for scope, time, quality, and cost.
- Ensure all power systems comply with industry standards, regulations, and safety codes.
- Prepare high-quality project reports, documentation, and technical specifications.
- Manage power system projects from concept through completion, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets.
- Support the development and delivery of projects to identify and resolve emerging challenges in the power system.
Essential Requirements:
- Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems or power electronics; post-graduate qualifications are highly regarded.
- 3+ years of experience in power systems engineering, including power system modelling, analysis, operations, and commissioning.
- Proficiency in power system analysis tools such as PSS/E, PSS Sincal, PSCAD/Dig Silent Power Factory.
- Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles related to transmission, distribution, generation, and control systems.
- Knowledge of NER s5.2 and s5.3 technical requirements and AEMO’s Power Systems Modelling guidelines.