Overview
Principal Power Systems Engineer role at AECOM in Perth, Western Australia.
Responsibilities
* Lead utility-scale power system projects from feasibility through detailed design, integrating solar, wind, and battery storage systems.
* Conduct advanced grid interconnection and system planning studies, including steady-state and dynamic assessments, cable ratings using CYMCAP, and generator integration to ensure system stability.
* Provide technical leadership and guidance on AS Standards, WEM rules, Western Power requirements, and grid connection specifications.
* Perform Owner’s Engineer duties, including design reviews, site inspections, grid compliance testing, and mentoring junior engineers.
* Collaborate with a team of multi-disciplinary engineers, clients, OEMs, network operators, and contractors producing technical reports, presentations, and supporting strategic renewable and energy transition initiatives.
Qualifications
* Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical or Power Systems Engineering, with 12+ years’ experience in power systems, ideally in consultancy, OEM, or utility network planning. Note: those with exposure to primary design will be highly regarded.
* Proven expertise in power system analysis tools: PSS/E, PSCAD, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, and ability to solve complex engineering challenges.
* Deep knowledge of grid connection processes, utility-scale performance standards, WEM rules, and AEMO WEM Power System Modelling guidelines.
* Extensive experience preparing technical design documentation, with strong grasp of control and protection for high-voltage equipment, transmission lines, and generators.
* Exceptional leadership and communication skills, capable of advising clients, guiding teams, drafting proposals, and driving business opportunities under tight deadlines.
Additional Information
* Flexible work arrangements, including alternative start/finish times, part-time, job-sharing and hybrid work options
* Continuous learning and growth — lunch and learns, professional development courses, financial study assistance, 5 days paid study leave, global career opportunities
* Flex public holidays – swap Easter or other holidays for ones that suit you better
* Work From Home IT package couriered to your home
About AECOM
AECOM is a Fortune 500 infrastructure firm delivering professional services across the project lifecycle, with a culture that emphasizes equity, diversity and inclusion, and commitment to environmental, social and governance priorities. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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