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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.
Department : Operations
Division: Systems Capability
Reference number: 12376
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're seeking a highly experienced Principal Data Scientist to join our Operational DER Management team. This role is pivotal in developing processes and tools to integrate Distributed Energy Resources (DER) into AEMO's operational systems. You'll work with large, complex datasets to understand DER behaviours and their impact on power system security.
What You Will Be Doing
* Conduct quantitative analysis of large DER datasets to understand behaviours during power system disturbances.
* Develop and enhance tools for DER data analysis.
* Collaborate with stakeholders including Distribution Network Service Providers (DNSPs), Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), and third-party data providers (e.g., Solar Analytics).
* Investigate and interpret data from sources such as the DER Register, Clean Energy Regulator, smart meters, PMUs, and high-speed power quality meters.
* Advocate for management approaches to address DER impacts on system security.
* Prepare high-quality reports and presentations for internal and external audiences.
* Work closely with other AEMO teams and external partners to support DER integration.
What you will bring to the role
* Extensive professional experience in a related discipline.
* Tertiary qualifications in electrical engineering, data science, computer science, or similar.
* Proven experience working with DER datasets in Australia—ideally at a DNSP, university, OEM, or data provider.
* Strong programming skills (e.g., Python, R, Grafana).
* Expertise in handling large datasets including NMI-level DER generation data, AMI data, and PMU data.
* Excellent problem-solving, modelling, and critical thinking abilities.
* Ability to produce clear, insightful analysis and documentation.
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
AEMO values diversity and inclusivity in the workplace, welcoming applications from all backgrounds without regard to age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, parental status, race, religion and our First Nation peoples. We are dedicated to accommodating applicants' needs during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing talent@aemo.com.au .
For more information on the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) please refer to www.aemo.com.au or visit one of our social media channels below.
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