Department: ResearchLocation: Sydney, AustraliaDescriptionBased in Sydney/Melbourne, you will join a team working to expand Aurora’s electricity grid modelling capability across the Asia-Pacific region. You will lead on consulting engagements, quantitatively analysing energy markets and transmission systems, and convey insights to enhance clients’ decision making. You will play an active role in all aspects of client engagement: helping identify issues, forming hypotheses, conducting analysis, and synthesising conclusions into recommendations.The successful applicant will combine technical strength with a strong track record of leadership and performance in team-oriented environments.Successful candidates will work in a dynamic, intellectually stimulating, and demanding yet supportive environment. They will enjoy autonomy, the opportunity to substantially influence major decisions in the energy sector, and to grow into industry experts under the guidance of directors with deep experience addressing major strategic issues at the world’s leading electricity market modelling firm.The position suits a candidate with at least 2 years of experience, preferably in a technical role within the power sector, and with a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline, such as Physics).Key ResponsibilitiesConduct research and modelling of high-voltage transmission systems across the APAC region, to enable better analysis of the energy transitionEngage with clients across consulting engagements, performing power-flow analysis, developing timely and rigorous quantitative reports to enhance clients’ decision makingWork closely with our modelling team, quantifying electrical engineering challenges and deriving insights from model resultsContribute to our product development, by identifying new opportunities and expanding our capabilitiesCommunicate findings to clientsWhat we are looking forRequired attributes:At least 2-4 years of experience, ideally in a technical role within the power sectorFirst-class or high second-class degree from a top university in Electrical Engineering (or related discipline, such as Physics)Demonstrated success in taking responsibility for project and process management in team-oriented environmentsProven ability to collect, analyse and interpret complex quantitative data and informationAbility to communicate clearly and co-operate effectively with both technically and non-technically minded peopleSelf-starting, entrepreneurial mind-set, and desire to grow the businessDesirable attributes:Previous experience of network/grid modelling, for example, with a transmission company, renewables developer, etc.Competence in advanced data analytics (e.g. Python, R, Matlab, Advanced Excel, GAMS)Leadership, project management or mentoring experience demonstrated by previous roles of professional responsibility or extracurricular activitiesExperience with power-flow modelling and interpreting single-line-diagrams (SLDs)Proficiency in languages other than English, especially Korean, Japanese, or other APAC languagesWhat we offerA fun and international work culture.Employee discount platform – PerkboxNovated car leasingPrivate Health InsuranceAccess to regular coaching and mentoring sessions and the opportunity to learn from experienced professionals.Access to the Aurora Academy, our training programme offering a range of opportunities to develop your skills and knowledge.Access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP), offering a complete support network that offers expert advice and compassionate guidance 24/7/365, covering a wide range of personal and professional aspectThe Company is committed to the principle that no employee or job applicant shall receive unfavourable treatment on grounds of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership and pregnancy and maternity/paternity.
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