Engineer

About us

At Transgrid, we play crucial role in connecting electricity generators to the distribution network that power homes and businesses - we operate over 13,000km of high voltage transmission wires and 110 substations in NSW and the ACT.

This is an exciting time to join us. As Australia transitions to renewable energy, we are ensuring the transmission system can deliver clean and reliable energy to support the transformation. You will have an opportunity to make a real difference and leave a legacy.

About the opportunity

You’ll be joining the Operations Analysis team, analysing the operational capability of Transgrid’s electricity network and providing advice to support the safe, secure and efficient operation of the network. You will support power systems analysis activities across network modelling, analysis and forecasting. You will contribute to market constraint analysis and the preparation of clear and accurate operational documentation, supporting both real-time operations and outage planning activities.

The role provides strong exposure to power system operations and the National Electricity Market. You will work closely with more senior engineers, AEMO and other Network Service Providers, and contribute to the improvement of network performance, cost and risk.

This role is well suited to an engineer who is building depth in power systems analysis and operational decision-making and is looking to develop towards senior technical roles.

Please note, this role can be based in either Eastern Creek or Newcastle.

About you

You are an early-career to mid-career power systems engineer with strong analytical skills and a desire to develop expertise in electricity network operations.

Essential requirements

• Tertiary qualifications in Electrical Engineering (degree level or higher)
• Foundational experience or strong exposure to electricity transmission systems
• Knowledge of power system analysis principles and electricity network operations
• Experience in either:
  • Energy Management Systems (EMS) and SCADA, or
  • Power system analysis software such as PSS®E or PowerFactory
• The ability to produce clear and accurate operational documentation with guidance
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team

Desirable requirements

• Basic understanding of the National Electricity Market and the National Electricity Rules (NER)
• Exposure to electricity network protection and control systems
• Exposure to Python scripting for analysis or automation

Applications close Wednesday 18th February 2026. Please note, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change, we will assess applications as they are received. We do not accept agency introductions as Transgrid operates a direct sourcing model. 

Transgrid is committed to Health and Safety, the Environment, Equal Employment Opportunity, Diversity and Ethical Practices. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an understanding of and commitment to these areas.