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Associate/Principal Power Systems Engineer – Grid Connections

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Job Details

Permanent | Full-time

Benefits

Employee stock purchase plan
Parental leave

Qualifications

Data centre experience
GPS
Systems analysis
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Lead power‑system studies, GPS assessments and model validation
Deliver modelling in PSS/E, PSCAD and support commissioning
Join us in Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane or Adelaide

Are you ready to take your power‑systems expertise to the next level?

WSP is seeking an Associate/Principal Power Systems Engineer to join our national team and help deliver some of Australia’s most significant energy projects.

In this technical leadership role, you’ll drive complex grid‑connection studies, generator performance assessments and detailed power‑system modelling. You’ll work across the full project lifecycle, from feasibility and advisory through to execution, commissioning and model validation, while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating with specialists across the industry.

About Our Team

Our Power & Energy team works with developers, utilities and network service providers to deliver future‑ready energy solutions. We support secure and reliable power supplies, reduce emissions and contribute to Australia’s transition to renewable and hybrid generation.

Our Power Systems Analysis & Grid Connections team delivers full‑cycle services, including:

Feasibility and early‑stage assessments
Owner’s engineer and technical due diligence
Power‑system modelling and simulation
Generator Performance Standards (GPS) studies
Connection application packages (R0, R1)
R2 model validation and GPS compliance
Technical advisory through commissioning

What You Bring

Degree in Electrical Engineering (Chartered desirable)
Strong experience in utility‑scale power‑system analysis, including steady‑state, dynamic and EMT studies
Experience with GPS studies (R0/R1), R2 commissioning plans and model validation
Understanding of the Australian NER (or similar international frameworks)
Proficiency in PSS/E and PSCAD; PowerFactory a plus
Knowledge of synchronous and inverter‑based technologies, storage and hybrids
Strong technical communication and stakeholder engagement skills
Experience engaging with AEMO, DNSPs and TNSPs
Experience with hybrid renewables, data centre connections or automation/Python (advantageous)

What You’ll Do

Lead or support the technical delivery of transmission and distribution projects
Contribute to feasibility, modelling, GPS assessments and commissioning support
Mentor graduates and junior engineers
Provide technical advice to clients and support connection negotiations
Collaborate across WSP’s national Power & Energy teams
Support bids and proposals with robust technical input

Why Choose WSP?

At WSP, you’ll find the scale, support and flexibility to do meaningful work—and grow your career your way.

Competitive pay & perks, salary continuance, retail discounts
Inclusive, supportive culture where your voice is valued
Career growth through mentoring, leadership development and global mobility
Work-life balance, hybrid working and purchase of up to 8 weeks extra leave
Family support, including 16 weeks paid parental leave
Purpose‑driven work that shapes sustainable, resilient communities

Imagine a better future for you and a better future for us all.

Join our close-knit community of talented individuals who share your passion for making a positive impact. Our global team includes more than 73,000 employees, working together to make a difference in communities both close to home and around the world.

An employee Share Purchase Plan is available to all our permanent employees who wish to become owners and vested partners in WSP’s collective success. To find out more about our commitment to the health and wellbeing of our people, and the programs we’ve designed to help you thrive, go to our Employee Benefits page.

With us, you can. Apply today.

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