Graduate Grid Engineer

About the Company

We are working exclusively with a global renewable energy technology business that is expanding its Australian engineering team and looking for a Graduate Grid Engineer to join their Melbourne-based team.
You'll work alongside experienced Grid Engineers on utility-scale wind projects, gaining hands-on exposure to grid connection, power system modelling and the interface between wind turbine technology and the Australian electricity network.

About the Role

• Supporting power system studies including load flow and dynamic analysis.
• Assisting with grid connection, registration and commissioning documentation.
• Supporting GPS negotiations and compliance with AEMO and network service providers.
• Developing experience with PSS/E, PSCAD and PowerFactory.
• Assisting with wind turbine model validation and performance assessment.
• Supporting technical engagement with AEMO, NSPs, consultants and project teams.
• Working with senior engineers to build your technical capability and take on increasing responsibility.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems or related discipline.
• Recent graduate or up to 2 years' relevant engineering experience.
• Strong interest in power systems, renewable energy and grid connection.
• Understanding of electrical networks and power systems.
• Exposure to, or an interest in learning, PSS/E, PSCAD and/or PowerFactory.
• Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proactive attitude and genuine desire to learn and develop.

No previous grid connection experience is required — the key is having the right technical foundation and enthusiasm to build a career in this space.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Structured professional development and career progression
• Exposure to major utility-scale renewable projects
• Collaboration with experienced local and international engineers
• Health, wellbeing and financial wellbeing initiatives
• Gender-neutral parental leave
• Opportunity to build a specialist career within a global renewable energy business