Principal Engineer - Systems Performance

Principal Engineer - Systems Performance

Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) – Permanent – Full‑time – Mid‑Senior level (Operations, Resilience)

About AEMO AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. Its purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians. With a commitment to a net‑zero economy by 2050, AEMO co‑designs the future of our energy systems around values of character, commitment and connection.

About The Role The Systems Performance team ensures that market ancillary services, such as frequency control, and asset performance remain as expected. It assists in rectifying compliance issues and develops procedures and specifications governing system and asset performance. Your role will provide technical leadership for reviewing power system performance against National Electricity Rules and generator performance standards, supporting new generation connections and the operation of the NEM fleet.

What You Will Be Doing

Lead investigations into the technical performance of generators to recommend actions for non‑compliance.

Direct investigations of power system incidents and analyse performance issues to support improvements.

Manage and review technical reports, ensuring high quality and suitability for the intended audience.

Identify study needs and oversee study objectives, approaches and presentations.

Liaise with internal teams and NEM participants, providing advice, facilitating information exchange and representing AEMO at forums and working groups.

What You Will Bring To The Role

Electrical Engineering degree focused on power systems or power electronics, with strong experience in power systems.

Strong knowledge of electrical engineering principles related to transmission, distribution and generation, and experience with generator performance standards or operations.

Desirable knowledge of national electricity rules regarding generating systems.

Strong written and verbal communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences.

Previous experience with complex project management and stakeholder engagement.

Benefits

Flexible working options: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid and additional leave.

Professional development through projects, industry networks, job rotation and study assistance.

Volunteering leave of up to 4 days per year.

Annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).

Wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process We are committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome candidates of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities, neurodivergence and Indigenous Australians. If you require accessibility assistance during the application or interview process, please let us know by emailing talent@aemo.com.au.

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