Engineer - Congestion & Grid Modelling

Engineer - Congestion & Grid Modelling Department : Operations Division : Operational Support Reference number : 11061 AEMO at the Heart of Energy We are the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO), committed to designing and operating a sustainable energy system that delivers safe, reliable, and affordable electricity and gas. Our mission includes facilitating the transition to a net-zero energy system by 2050, working collaboratively with industry partners to achieve 100% renewable generation capability by 2025. 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 mission in the energy sector. About the role We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Engineer - Congestion & Grid Modelling who will play a key role in supporting AEMO's control room in managing power system security and understanding the limitations on the power system in the NEM. Reporting to the Manager - Congestion & Grid Modelling, this role will be focusing on: Development, formulation, testing and implementation of electricity constraint equations. Assessment of regional transmission outages in the medium-term time frame (1 to 13 months) Due diligence of Transmission Network Service Provider (TNSP) and AEMO limit equations Production of limit equations for the Victorian region. Support and development of the on-line stability monitoring tools. The geography of the team would best suit a candidate located Melbourne CBD head office, Brisbane CBD office or Norwest NSW office, but for the right candidate, we are also open to work arrangements at any of our office locations in Adelaide, Perth, Sydney CBD with flexibility to work from home. What you will be doing Regular updates of constraint equation modelling to match with power system and market changes. Improvements to modelling and fixes as reported by stakeholders Regular and timely updates to the Victorian limit equations based on power system changes. Limit equations published on the AEMO website High quality assessments of regional transmission outages Timely support for AEMO's control room for the on-line stability tools What you will bring to the role Bachelor of Electrical Engineering with a focus on power systems engineering Experience in a similar role with experience in electrical power system modelling and analysis tools (such as PSS/E, PSCAD) Experience in data analysis, and the development of data analysis tools e.g. databases, SQL and Microsoft Excel Experience in programming/coding (such as in Python or similar languages) is desirable Aptitude for understanding new technologies and acquiring new skills 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 the us know by emailing us at ****** If you would like to know more about working at , please check out our careers page for more information. 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.