Division: Operations
Department: Operations Resilience
Reference number: 13372
Engagement type: Permanent
AEMO at the Heart of Energy
AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s 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.
The Grid Performance and Integration team is responsible for the investigation, study and management of existing and emerging technical risks to support the resilience of a rapidly changing power system. The team sits with the Operations Division and leads the assessment of high-impact low-probability events, the review of major power system incidents and the integration of new inter-network capacity with the objective of developing solutions to overcome operational challenges and enhance the performance of the National Electricity Market and the Wholesale Electricity Market.
You will leverage your expertise in communication, power system engineering, operations or design to understand current and future power system risks and develop means to reduce and mitigate this risk. This will involve leading the delivery of key risk and performance documents as required under the National Electricity Rules and WEM Rules, including AEMO’s General Power System Risk Review, major power system incident reviews and others. For these tasks you will define the scope for and oversee the delivery of power system studies, solving complex power system modelling issues and engage with internal and external stakeholders. You may also support the commissioning of major interconnectors and Renewable Energy Zones. Your reports will be published on AEMO’s website, and you will have the opportunity to present key findings to senior leaders, including engagement with energy industry bodies.
What you will be doing
- Provide expert technical leadership and direction on power system operational matters. Supports the development of less experienced engineers with a focus on power system modelling and the development of technical skills.
- Support decision makers with high-quality analysis and advice, displays a detailed understanding of AEMO's regulatory, commercial, stakeholder and strategic business context.
- Oversee and review power system studies undertaken by engineers in PSS/E and PSCAD as part of understanding existing and emerging power system risks and performance issues as part of AEMO’s General Power System Risk Review, major incident reviews or other analysis as required.
- Ensure the timely and effective delivery of key power system risk and performance documents as required under the National Electricity Rules and WEM Rules, including AEMO’s General Power System Risk Review, major incident reviews and others. Lead internal and external stakeholder engagement as part of this process and make recommendations to manage risk.
- Assessment of risks and operational mitigation related to current and future network enhancements and remedial actions schemes/special protection schemes.
What you will bring to the role
- Relevant tertiary qualification in Electrical Engineering or other discipline relevant to power systems analysis.
- Highly proficient in using PSS/E, PSCAD or DigSILENT for load flow and stability analysis (rotor angle stability and voltage stability), and fault analysis.
- Demonstrated experience in power systems analysis and engineering.
- Proficient with electrical engineering principles, specifically related to electricity generation, transmission and distribution system theory, analysis and modelling.
- Sound knowledge of power system protection and control systems theory and application.
- Deep understanding of power system planning, assets and equipment design.
In return some of our benefits to you
- Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options
- Professional development via projects, industry networks, job 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
At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at talent@aemo.com.au