Engineer/Senior Engineer - Operations Planning

Division: Operations

Department: Near-Time Operations

Reference number: 13077

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.

About The Role

We currently have several roles for experienced Engineers/Senior Engineers to join the Operations Planning team. These roles will see you provide detailed engineering, analytical, programming support to solve challenging technical problems, participating and contributing to projects that improve the operation of the power system in AEMO’s Operations Division.

What You Will Be Doing

• Perform complex computer-based network analysis to identify issues/violations on the interconnected National Electricity Market (NEM) and provide operational advice and instructions to the Real Time Operations team.
• Assess planned network outages in the short term (ST) timeframe and over multiple regions to identify and determine any corrective action required for identified system security and reliability issues.
• Provide key analytical and technical input related to the preparation of operational analysis, advice and instructions to the Real Time Operations team and key stakeholders.
• Review the provision of short-term reserve assessment to ensure timely publication of relevant accurate information.
• The successful candidate may be required to assist in both after hours and/or some duty manager role as appropriate.

What You Will Bring To The Role

• Relevant tertiary qualifications (preferably in Electrical Engineering with a power system focus) or equivalent relevant discipline.
• Proficient use of programming languages (Python, SQL, etc), analytical software packages and Microsoft Office product suite.
• Understanding of the power system with the ability to apply this knowledge to solve technical problems.
• Competency in the use of network analysis tools.
• Ability to communicate both verbally and written and prepare technical reports.

Benefits

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 requireme nt s to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us a t [email protected]