Principal Power Systems Engineer

at  ACCIONA

ACCIONA Energía is the biggest 100% renewable energy company with no fossil legacy in the world. With more than 30 years of experience and operations in 20 countries on five continents, ACCIONA Energía offers a wide portfolio of tailored energy solutions so that its corporate and institutional clients can meet their decarbonisation goals. This includes the development, engineering, construction, operation and maintenance of renewable power plants -mainly wind and photovoltaic technologies-, energy sales and management and marketing, energy services, self-consumption, electric mobility and new technologies such as storage and green hydrogen. ACCIONA Energía is governed by the most demanding environmental, social and corporate governance (ESG) criteria.
Based in Melbourne or Brisbane and reporting to the Connections Manager, this role involves leading a small team of Power Systems Engineers in the review of power systems models and preparation of reports to support feasibility studies, grid connection applications, negotiating with AEMO and TNSP/DNSP on grid connection agreements, providing technical support and coordination during construction and supporting the asset operations team in managing GPS compliance.

Job Description

• Developing the strategy for achieving connection of each project, prepare project plans and manage to achieve outcomes
• Perform PSSE/PSCAD modelling to assess system faults, load flow, steady state and dynamic analysis in distribution and transmission systems
• Provide Power System Engineering advice for in-house developments, bids, EPC projects, and operational assets.
• Supervise consultants in preparing Generator Performance Standards and feasibility studies.
• Develop Generator commissioning plans and R2 testing requirements
• Prepare connection application studies for TNSP and AEMO
• Assist delivery team in the coordination of commissioning and AMEO hold point testing
• Provide technical advice for upgrades or modifications to operational systems

Required Skills and Competencies

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or comparable qualifications
• Advanced skills and experience in power system modelling tools (PSSe, PSCAD, PowerFactory)
• Experience in a technical role in the renewable power generation, transmission or distribution industries, including experience in the design and implementation of power systems
• Experience in grid connection procedures with AEMO, DNSP’s & TNSP’s

As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition

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