• Supporting Australia’s energy transformation
• Flexible & dynamic working environment
• Competitive salary and great benefits
• Based in Sydney (remote work is possible)

About us

Transgrid is at the forefront of Australia’s clean energy transition. The Energy Transition team develops and delivers initiatives to ensure the secure operation of the NSW power system at up to 100% instantaneous renewable supply, including delivering system security services and supporting the operability of the grid. We explore how new technologies and innovations can be deployed on the grid.

The Energy Transition team is heavily focussed on delivering solutions to maintain the system strength of the NSW power system. We have identified that a diverse portfolio solutions is required in the coming decade, including synchronous condensers, up to 5GW of grid-forming batteries, modifications to synchronous machines and contracts with hydro, gas and coal assets.

Our work is varied and creative – there’s no rulebook for what we do.

About the opportunity

Are you an electricity system and technology expert, passionate about enabling the rapid transformation of Australia’s electricity system? Do you have a creative mindset, strong communication skills and a keen interest in energy system innovation and new technologies?

As the Energy Transition Specialist (equivalent to a Principal Engineer, though being an engineer is not essential), you will make creative, technical, and commercial contributions to our Network team, supporting the investigation and deployment of technologies and services to maintain a secure power system as we transition towards 100% instantaneous renewables.

This role is perfect for a strong allrounder – you’re highly technical, a good communicator, a creative thinker and you’d like to grow your leadership skills.

• Deliver system security services to keep the grid secure as coal generators retire and we transition to renewable energy. You will guide power system modelling (in PSSE and PSCAD) and market modelling (in PLEXOS) to identify the optimal portfolio of solutions to maintain the system strength of the NSW power system.
• Guide technical and commercial feasibility assessments of synchronous machine modifications, synchronous condenser services and grid forming batteries for system strength.
• Lead engagements with ‘non-network’ proponents (including NSW’s largest existing generators and dozens of grid-forming battery proponents) and support commercial negotiations with them.
• Guide the development of contracts and technical specifications for non-network proponents (including grid-forming batteries), for a new service, system strength, that has rarely been contracted for.
• Support the delivery of Transgrid’s System Security Roadmap, developing and implementing infrastructure, services, tools and systems to enable the secure operation of our network at up to 100% instantaneous renewable energy.
• Prepare business cases and economic justification to support regulatory approvals and capital investment decisions for infrastructure and services required to deliver the energy transition.
• Investigate future power system trends and opportunities, such as distributed energy resources, electric vehicles, renewable energy zones, and assess its implications on the transition of the power system. You will prepare research and thought leadership, and engage with industry stakeholders.
• Monitor technological, market and policy developments in the National Electricity Market and beyond, and assesses implications for Transgrid.
• Lead discussions with stakeholders to build long lasting relationships with government bodies and industry groups, including AEMO and other transmission and distribution operators.

About you

• Extensive technical experience in the electricity industry, including a strong background with electricity generation and new technologies such as grid-forming batteries.
• A creative and collaborative approach – eager to guide the planning of the ‘electricity system of the future’.
• A strong communicator – willing to speak at industry forums and lead discussions with proponents, as well as being an effective writer.
• Excellent knowledge of the National Electricity Market including rules, regulations and government policies.
• Well-developed analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills.
• Some commercial experience in the electricity industry is desirable.
• Tertiary qualifications at degree level in an appropriate discipline, including Engineering and Commerce degrees.

Recognition & Reward

In return for your hard work, we have numerous benefits and initiatives to support you personally and professionally including but not limited to private health insurance discount, motor vehicle lease plan, career development support, study assistance program and workplace flexibility.

Applications close end of day Sunday 18th August 2024

Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received. We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model.

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.