Squadron Energy is Australia’s leading renewable energy company, developing and operating large‑scale wind, solar and battery projects. Job Summary
Senior Grid Connection Engineer reporting to the Senior Manager – Grid & Electrical Engineering. Responsible for ensuring projects achieve technically robust, commercially sound, and future‑ready connections to the National Electricity Market (NEM). Works across the project lifecycle: feasibility, design, connection approval, testing, and commissioning for utility‑scale renewable and storage projects. Responsibilities
Grid Connection Strategy & Approvals
Lead development of grid connection strategies, evaluating viable connection options and system strength considerations. Manage and review PSSE/PSCAD models and oversee consultant grid studies. Lead GPS preparation, negotiation and approvals with AEMO, TNSP/DNSPs. Coordinate technical inputs to connection applications, registration processes and R2 testing.
Engineering & Technical Delivery
Provide design inputs for substation layouts, electrical reticulation, collector systems and BoP interface requirements. Review grid and electrical specifications in EPC/OEM contracts and support commercial negotiations. Identify grid opportunities within the NEM and inform project design, energy yield and cost optimisation.
Operational & Compliance Support
Lead GPS compliance monitoring for operational assets and guide model updates when required. Provide specialist support for commissioning, hold‑point testing and operational grid performance investigations.
Stakeholder Engagement
Act as a key technical interface with AEMO, network service providers, OEMs and specialist consultants. Work closely with internal Development, Delivery, Operations and Commercial teams to ensure alignment across project stages.
Qualifications
Technical Experience
Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline. Extensive experience in grid connection engineering within the NEM (ideally 5+ years). Proficiency in PSSE, PSCAD and/or PowerFactory. Strong grasp of NER, AEMO processes and TNSP/DNSP connection frameworks. Experience across wind, solar or BESS projects highly regarded.
Leadership & Capabilities
Build collaborative, high‑performing teams and foster a culture of safety and integrity. Make quality decisions using sound engineering judgement. Execute with urgency while maintaining commercial and technical excellence. Lead through ambiguity, showing adaptability and resilience. Uphold Squadron’s values — Humility, Courage & Determination, Safety, Integrity and Empowerment.
What We Offer
Purposeful, nation‑shaping work on large‑scale renewables. A dynamic and supportive team—“Real people powering real change.” Flexible working options and wellbeing‑focused benefits. Opportunities to learn, grow and contribute across the full engineering lifecycle. A culture built on collaboration, action and integrity. EEO Statement
Squadron Energy is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and strive to create an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
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