Senior Electrical Engineer Power Systems Newcastle City Council

Overview

Zenviron is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer to join our Newcastle-based Engineering team, with a primary focus on power system studies for large-scale wind and BESS projects.

In this role you will contribute to the design and delivery of utility-scale wind farm and BESS projects, lead key power system studies, and support grid connection and broader design outcomes. This role is well suited to a detail-oriented engineer who enjoys working in a collaborative workplace and contributing to large-scale infrastructure projects.

Responsibilities

Analyse and interpret project documentation, including scopes of work, specifications, planning approvals, and network connection requirements.

Develop and maintain power system models and undertake power system studies including insulation coordination, TRV, lightning and switching, transformer inrush, load flow, and short circuit.

Prepare and review technical calculations, modelling assessments, and engineering reports to support project design, meet grid connection requirements, and comply with relevant standards.

Respond to technical queries, requests for information, and stakeholder comments.

Support project design development and the delivery of engineering documentation.

Coordinate engineering inputs with project teams, consultants, and relevant stakeholders, providing guidance and recommendations to achieve best outcomes for projects.

Qualifications

Degree qualification in Electrical Engineering, holding or eligible for CPEng and state-based professional registration (e.g. RPEQ, RPEV).

Experience undertaking power system studies using DIgSILENT PowerFactory, and either PSCAD (preferred) or EMTP for utility, transmission, or renewable energy projects.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality outputs.

Good written and verbal communication skills for technical stakeholder engagement.

Full working rights in Australia.

You will thrive in this role if you bring a practical, detail-oriented approach, sound engineering judgement, and the ability to work effectively in a delivery-focused project workplace. You also work well with others and contribute positively to a team-oriented in-house engineering team.

We value diverse perspectives and welcome applications from people of all backgrounds.

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