Key Facts

Remote From:

Full time

Senior (5-10 years)

English

Hard Skills

PSOS Electric Power Systems Commissioning Electrical Power Quality Engineering Documentation Electric Power Systems Interaction Design Dynamic Simulation Network Planning And Design Model Validation Harmonic Analysis Stakeholder Engagement Computer Science Meeting Facilitation

Other Skills

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Leadership Development
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Teamwork
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Communication

Roles & Responsibilities

Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering
5+ years experience in power system studies
Experience in NEM grid connections and inverter-based generation
Working proficiency in PSS/E and PSCAD

Requirements:

Deliver power system studies including GPS, system strength, power quality and transmission/distribution planning
Develop and validate RMS and EMT models for inverter-based generation
Support registration, GPS compliance and commissioning activities with government authorities and network service providers
Undertake harmonic and interaction assessments and prepare technical reports and client documentation

Aurecon

About Aurecon

Aurecon is a design, engineering and advisory company. Our purpose is bringing ideas to life, to imagine and co-create with our clients a better future for people and the planet. Our culture of Believe it. Say it. Do it. reflects our deep commitment to our clients and each other to build trust and create a better future together. We are a team who place eminence, digital and innovation at the core of all we do. Our strength lies in how we bring together our design, engineering and advisory capabilities to provide our clients with integrated solutions across the entire asset lifecycle. From shape and plan – design and deliver – operate and optimise – to close and transform. Aurecon designers, engineers, scientists and advisors work with our clients across markets and asset types, to tackle some of the world’s most complex challenges. We are an owner managed company with a strong presence across Australia, New Zealand, and Asia. To learn more about what we have been up to visit our newsroom (aurecongroup.com/about/latest-news), or take a glimpse into the future on our Just Imagine blog (justimagine.aurecongroup.com).

Company type: XLarge

Founded: 2018

Company size: 5001 - 10000

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Job description

Want to bring ideas to life?

As an experienced engineer, you're likely familiar with Aurecon - a leading design, engineering and advisory company with a strong track record of shaping sustainable and technically excellent infrastructure. But why choose to grow your career with us?

At Aurecon, we believe every project should leave a meaningful legacy. We embed sustainability, innovation, and technical eminence into everything we do - from Australia's largest energy transition initiatives to pioneering new renewable energy technologies.

The Senior Power Systems Engineer is a key technical contributor supporting the delivery of grid connection, system strength and power quality studies across renewable generation and transmission infrastructure.

You will undertake detailed modelling and analysis while working closely with Lead and Principal Engineers to develop your technical capability and leadership experience.

What Will You Do?

Technical Delivery

• Deliver power system studies including GPS, system strength, power quality and transmission/distribution planning
• Develop and validate RMS and EMT models for inverter-based generation
• Support registration, GPS compliance and commissioning activities with government authorities and network service providers
• Undertake harmonic and interaction assessments
• Prepare technical reports and client documentation

Software & Modelling

• Regular use of PSS®E and PSCAD/EMTDC
• Support EMT and dynamic simulation workflows
• Develop modelling capability under technical leadership

Collaboration & Development

• Work under the guidance of Lead and Principal Engineers
• Participate in client meetings and technical workshops
• Build your technical depth and project leadership capability

How will your future be shaped by us?

Joining Aurecon means you'll be at the award-winning edge of innovation and sustainability. AFR ranked us Top 5 among sustainability leaders and Top 3 of all innovative companies in professional services. One Consult awarded us an innovative design award. Plus, we were Consult Australia's large firm of the year.

You will receive regular technical training and development and will partner with colleagues from interstate to build your internal networks and maximise learning opportunities.

What We Are Looking For

• Degree qualified in Electrical Engineering
• 5+ years experience in power system studies
• Experience in NEM grid connections and inverter-based generation
• Working proficiency in PSS®E and PSCAD
• Strong technical foundation and desire to progress into leadership

Why Join Us?

At Aurecon, you'll work on nation-shaping energy transition projects with clients who value creativity, insight, and impact. You'll have access to award-winning technical training programs, industry-recognised leaders, and collaborative project teams spanning Australia and beyond.

We were recently ranked in the Top 3 most innovative companies in professional services and Top 5 in sustainability by AFR - and we're just getting started.