Power Systems Engineer

Perform power studies and analysis to support the energy transition
Validate dynamic models of generation connecting to the power system
Further develop your expertise in specialist power system tools
Our core purpose is to empower the energy future for New Zealand - a future that delivers a net-zero carbon economy and a reliable and secure electricity system.

About the team

The System Operator Power Systems Group is responsible for providing power system modelling and analysis, engineering, and risk and assurance management to enable Transpower as System Operator (https://www.transpower.co.nz/system-operator/our-system-operator-role) to successfully operate the New Zealand electricity market and power system today and into the future. All teams within the group play key roles in delivering this service.

Along with both Power System Development and Engineering Assurance teams, the Power System Engineering team provides real-time power system engineering support for Operations, power system modelling including dynamic modelling, studies of existing and future power system risks and technologies and works with industry participants to understand how their assets perform against their obligations.

Examples of the team's deliverables are here:

System Security Forecast | Transpower

Electricity Authority - EMI (market statistics and tools) (ea.govt.nz)

Event categorisation | Transpower

Energise your career at the heart of the electricity sector!

If you are a Power System Professional who loves a technical challenge and has a passion for renewable energy and strategic thinking, working in the System Operator will give you the opportunity to learn from subject matter experts and enjoy stimulating, meaningful work.

Working closely with other power system professionals across Transpower, you'll explore and communicate the challenges and opportunities that the transition to a 100% renewable electricity system will bring.

Using your outstanding analytical and communication skills, you'll help us engage with the Electricity Authority, and industry participants to make the required changes to the market, standards, and the Code to enable a secure and resilient power system for generations to come.

What will you bring?

Experience in time domain simulations, dynamic modelling, and analysing operational challenges of integrating renewable generation.

You may have worked for a Transmission System Operator, Grid Owner or Engineering Consultancy, modelling and analysing complex power systems.

You'll enjoy working both autonomously, and as part of a team, with caring knowledgeable peers as you consider the implications of system stability, and system security to power system operations.

To be considered, your CV and cover letter will demonstrate:

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or related field with Power Systems type papers.
Proven experience with preparing/validating power flow cases and dynamic models in PowerFactory for conducting power system analysis and simulations. Where applicable, please share reports you have been involved with.
Working knowledge of power system analysis tools to support building dynamic power system models and performing load flow and time domain simulations; ideally in DIgSILENT PowerFactory or Siemens PSS®E (DSA Tools or PSCAD a bonus).
Demonstrated ability to analyse and interpret complex problems or processes, identify and understand requirements and develop alternatives.
Well-developed verbal and written communication skills to concisely convey complex technical information
Join us at Transpower

Aotearoa is powered by the people who work here. Every home, every marae, every electric vehicle, every hospital relies on the electricity we manage and deliver. This is your opportunity to join us on a mission that affects all New Zealanders, every day, and long into the future.

With over 28 nationalities, our people provide diverse perspectives, knowledge, and deep and varied experience which they love to share. Our environment is family friendly with the option to work from home two days per week.

Wellbeing is supported with a range of employee health and wellness benefits https://www.transpower.co.nz/about-us/careers-transpower/staff-benefits on the job learning, professional development, and career progression over time.

Next steps

To contribute to the programme to transition Aotearoa New Zealand to a more renewable energy system, please review the position description below and apply without delay.

Role closes Wednesday 25th Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and you may be contacted prior to the closing date to facilitate shortlisting.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand is required and candidates in situ will be reviewed first.