Main Duties/Responsibilities: We are seeking a Senior Grid Connection Engineer with proven experience in managing grid connection processes and strong stakeholder engagement skills within AEMO/NSP. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical understanding of NER/WEM rules and will lead/manage the grid connection process across all project phases, from business development through to commercial operation.
- Oversee the entire grid connection process from initial stages to post-commissioning, covering business development, engineering design, construction, and commissioning phases.
- Conduct preliminary grid data analysis to determine optimal connection points for renewable energy projects.
- Coordinate with AEMO, network service providers, OEMs, and technical consultants throughout the grid connection process.
- Handle PSSE, PSCAD models, grid connection studies, and GPS packages management.
- Provide technical support to asset management teams and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure projects meet schedule and budget targets.
- Assist in tender preparation, financial modeling, and technical documentation for construction contracts.
- Contribute to power systems studies, impact assessments, and conduct EMT and RMS simulations using PSCAD, PSSE, and DigSILENT-PowerFactory.
Skills & Experience:
- Minimum three years in grid connection engineering.
- Degree in Electrical/Power System/Control; post-graduate degrees preferred.
- Strong understanding of NEM, WEM, and transmission systems.
- Experience connecting projects to NEM/WEM through AEMO.
- Familiarity with NER/WEM regulatory frameworks.
- Experience in connection applications, generator registration, and negotiating performance standards.
- Hands-on experience in commissioning generating assets.
- Proficiency in PSS/E, PSCAD, and/or Power Factory for generator and power systems modeling.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
Application Process: If you meet the qualifications and are excited about joining a team committed to renewable energy innovation, please submit your resume. You may also get in contact with marko.durdevic@randstad.com.au to learn more.
At Randstad, we are passionate about providing equal employment opportunities and embracing diversity to the benefit of all. We actively encourage applications from any background.
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