Associate or Senior Associate - Power Networks

About Us
 

When you work for us, you get the chance to join nearly 50,000 people all driven by a common purpose – delivering a more sustainable world. We’re excited about the challenges ahead, and if you ask us, there’s never been a more rewarding time to work in the energy, chemicals and resources sectors.
 

We offer a flexible approach to working, because our people are safer, healthier, and more productive when they can balance work with life. That’s why we offer flexible and hybrid working options, so you can choose when, where and how you work.
 

Worley is a global professional services company of energy, chemicals and resources experts headquartered in Australia.
 

Right now, we’re bridging two worlds as we accelerate to more sustainable energy sources, while helping our customers provide the energy, chemicals and resources that society needs now.
 

We partner with our customers to deliver projects and create value over the life of their portfolio of assets. We solve complex problems by finding integrated, data‑centric solutions – from the first stages of engineering and consulting through to installation and commissioning.
 

Join us and help drive innovation and sustainability in our projects.

 

The Role
 

We are seeking a motivated Senior Power System Engineer to join Worley Consulting’s Power Networks team, supporting the delivery of grid connection activities for large‑scale renewable energy projects across the National Electricity Market (NEM) and the Wholesale Electricity Market (WEM).
 

Working under the guidance of the Power Systems Technical Director, you will engage in power system studies, regulatory submissions, modelling coordination and commissioning compliance activities. This role offers strong technical development exposure across wind, solar, BESS and hybrid projects, as well as traditional synchronous generation.

 

Key Responsibilities
 

• Support clients with grid connection activities from feasibility through generator registration and commissioning.
   
• Prepare and manage connection enquiries and applications (R0 and R1), GPS documentation, compliance submissions, and consultant inputs.
   
• Coordinate, review and contribute to power system studies and grid modelling activities using PSCAD, PSS®E and/or DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
   
• Support grid commissioning and GPS compliance activities, including hold point testing, R2 model validation and reporting, and alteration of connected plant under NER clause 5.3.9 processes and equivalent ESM Rules processes for WA connections.
   
• Prepare technical documentation, reports and regulatory correspondence.
   
• Liaise with internal development, engineering and project delivery teams to support grid program planning and risk tracking.
   
• Participate in meetings with AEMO, Western Power, VicGrid, Network Service Providers (NSPs), clients and other consultants alongside senior engineers.
   
• Maintain awareness of NEM and WEM frameworks and requirements, including NER and ESM Rules obligations and relevant AEMO, Western Power, VicGrid and NSP processes.
   
• Provide guidance and mentorship to less experienced team members across grid connection, modelling, compliance and regulatory activities.
  
   

About You
 

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering or equivalent relevant qualification.
   
• Experience in power systems, grid studies or renewable energy projects across the NEM and/or WEM.
   
• Foundational understanding of the NEM and/or WEM, NER and/or ESM Rules, and NSP connection requirements.
   
• Exposure to hold point testing and commissioning activities.
   
• Experience using PSCAD, PSS®E and/or DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
   
• Familiarity with the basics of Python scripting.
   
• Strong analytical capability and technical report writing skills.
   
• Clear communication skills and a strong willingness to learn.
  
   

What We Offer
 

• Direct exposure to complex and high‑profile renewable energy grid connection projects.
   
• Mentorship from experienced grid engineers and the Power Systems Technical Director.
   
• Structured technical development pathway, including advanced training and support for professional certifications.
   
• Opportunity to build and further develop specialist expertise across both the NEM and WEM.
   
• Opportunities to lead and contribute to strategically important projects supporting the low‑carbon energy transition.
   
• Flexible working arrangements, supportive leadership and a values‑driven culture that recognises senior talent.
   
• Recognition for your contributions and opportunities to collaborate with diverse, multi‑disciplinary teams.
  
   

We are committed to supporting senior professionals to reach their full potential, providing a platform to drive meaningful impact, shape energy outcomes and inspire the next generation of engineers.

 

Moving Forward Together
 

We want our people to be energised and empowered to drive sustainable impact. Our focus is on a values‑inspired culture that unlocks brilliance through belonging, connection and innovation.
 

We’re building a diverse, inclusive and respectful workplace – creating a space where everyone feels they belong, can be themselves, and are heard.

And we’re not just talking about it; we’re doing it. We’re reskilling our people, leveraging transferable skills, and supporting the transition of our workforce to become experts in today’s low‑carbon energy infrastructure and technology.