Lead Power Systems

Location: Flexible across Australia or New Zealand Salary: Competitive package + benefits Work Type: Full-time, Permanent
Your new company
Join a global leader in renewable energy with a strong footprint across Australia and New Zealand. This organisation has delivered some of the region's most significant clean energy projects and continues to grow rapidly. With a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and technical excellence, they offer a dynamic and inclusive workplace where your expertise will help shape the future of energy.
Your new role
As Lead Power Systems Engineer, you'll play a critical role in managing grid connection aspects across the sales, commissioning, and construction phases of utility-scale renewable energy projects. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to deliver compliant and competitive grid solutions, while overseeing technical and resource management throughout the construction lifecycle.

Key responsibilities include:

• Reviewing Balance of Plant (BoP) designs and documentation for compliance with standards and grid requirements
• Supporting power system studies and coordinating with grid modelling teams
• Ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of grid connection documentation
• Liaising with stakeholders to resolve grid connection issues
• Managing procurement, installation, and commissioning of grid monitoring and control systems
• Conducting compliance testing, model validation (R2), and generator registration with AEMO
• Engaging and managing external power systems consultancies
• Preparing technical responses and delivering presentations to clients
• Participating in safety, design, and risk workshops
• Reviewing tender specifications and assessing RFIs and payment claims

What you'll need to succeed

• Degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering
• RPEng or CPEng registration preferred
• Strong experience in grid connection compliance, ideally in wind farm projects
• Proficiency in simulation tools such as PSS/E, PSCAD, and PowerFactory
• Experience in substation electrical design and stakeholder negotiation
• Ability to manage consultants and designers in a construction environment
• Comfortable working in high-pressure project settings

What you'll get in return

• Career development opportunities across national and global teams
• Flexible working arrangements
• Inclusive and diverse workplace culture
• 13 weeks paid primary carers leave
• 3 weeks paid secondary carers leave
• Access to Employee Assistance Program

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

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