Senior Power Systems Engineer (Grid & Renewables)

At Aurecon, we are optimistic about the future. We are thinkers, solvers, and collaborators who work with our clients to deliver the infrastructure and assets that strengthen communities and create a sustainable future.

What you’ll do

As a Senior Engineer in our Power Systems team based in Brisbane, you’ll contribute to projects and programs that make a real difference and be part of a team that embraces challenges, welcomes diverse ideas, and engineer solutions with people and outcomes in mind. You will:

Lead and deliver grid connection studies for renewable energy, battery storage, transmission and utility-scale generation projects.
Apply your expertise across power system analysis, including load flow, system strength, dynamic stability, harmonics, fault studies and EMT analysis.
Develop and validate network and inverter-based resource models that support the successful integration of clean energy projects.
Work closely with developers, AEMO, network providers, OEMs and project stakeholders to achieve successful project outcomes.
Contribute to some of the most technically challenging and innovative projects in the Australian market.
Mentor and support developing engineers while continuing to grow your own technical leadership capability.
Provide trusted technical advice that helps clients make confident decisions on major energy investments.

What you’ll bring

Relevant qualifications in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline.
CPEng, RPEQ or progressing towards professional accreditation
Demonstrated experience in power systems engineering within the National Electricity Market.
Knowledge of grid connection processes, AEMO requirements and Generator Performance Standards.
Experience using software such as PSCAD, PSS®E, PowerFactory, EMTP or similar.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
A collaborative approach and a passion for sharing knowledge with others.

We recognise that great power systems professionals come from a range of backgrounds. If you bring relevant technical knowledge and are drawn to client engagement, project coordination and leading multidisciplinary teams, we encourage you to apply.

How we support your growth

We believe your career should be a rewarding adventure. You will tackle some of the world’s most complex infrastructure challenges, in an environment that supports your ambitions, where we hold ourselves, and each other, to the highest standards. Recognised by the AFR as a Best Place to Work in 2026, we embrace diverse perspectives, giving you the opportunity to make a real impact.

Who we are

We are an engineering consultancy with more than 6,000 people across Australia, New Zealand and Asia. We believe the world needs people who can engineer possibilities; people who can create infrastructure that makes life better for people and the planet. That is why we are here – to bring ideas to life, the Aurecon way.

Ready for your next adventure?

If this sounds like your next step, we’d love to hear from you. We value diverse experiences and welcome applications for part-time or flexible working arrangements. For recruitment adjustments, contact WorkplaceAdjustment@aurecongroup.com.

Our hiring decisions are made by people, not AI. We’re most interested in your individual thinking and experiences—so please ensure your application reflects your authentic perspective.

Aurecon

New Jobs

Senior Power Systems Engineer (Grid & Renewables)