Engineer

At Transgrid, we play a crucial role in delivering safe, reliable, and sustainable energy to millions of Australians. Operating over 13,000 km of high-voltage transmission lines and 128 substations across NSW and the ACT, we connect electricity generators to the distribution network—powering homes, businesses, and communities. 

As the energy sector evolves, we’re growing our workforce to drive innovation and transformation.

The Opportunity

Are you a power system engineer passionate about enabling the rapid transformation of Australia’s electricity system? Do you have experience in power system modelling and design, a creative mindset, and a keen interest in emerging technologies? Do you want to be part of a team that drives meaningful changes to the processes, policies, and rules governing network connections?

We’re hiring for an Engineer in the Network Connections team. In this role, you’ll be responsible for performing technical assessments, network modelling, and analysis to support generator connections and high-voltage transmission system developments. You’ll work across the Network business unit, contributing to robust technical reports, developing network models, and enhancing power system analysis and connection processes.

What You’ll Do

• Conduct technical assessments for generator and load connection applications, including performance standards, compliance, and commissioning
• Investigate complex system-wide issues affecting new and existing generator connections
• Help shape the future of connection processes, policies, and technical guidelines
• Provide clear, data-driven advice and recommendations to internal and external stakeholders
• Write high-quality technical reports and deliver presentations that influence decision-making
• Collaborate across teams to ensure stakeholder needs are met and exceeded
• Promote and uphold health and safety standards in everything you do

About You

You’re a curious and driven engineer with a passion for power systems and a collaborative mindset. 

You bring:

• A degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience
• 1–2 years in power system modelling, NER compliance, or generator connection assessments
• Proficiency in PSS®E or PSCAD (PowerFactory a bonus)
• Strong understanding of electrical engineering principles, NER, GPS, SCADA, and protection systems
• Clear communication skills and the ability to simplify complex ideas
• Experience with Python scripting and automation
• Knowledge of the National Electricity Market and its impact on operations of the NSW HV network and Transgrid’s business
• A proactive, team-oriented approach
• Well-developed analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills

Our Values

Transgrid's core values encompass safety, achievement, integrity, and service. Prioritising safety above all, the company emphasises making a meaningful impact through achievement, upholding honesty through integrity, and delivering exceptional outcomes for customers and communities through dedicated service. These values are ingrained in the actions and behaviours of Transgrid's people, who embody them every day.

Recognition & Reward

We believe in providing our people personal, professional and social benefits so that they can deliver their best work each and every day. Employees have access to a range of corporate discounts across retail, utilities, travel, health & wellbeing etc, as well as novated leasing options, flexible workplace policies, 20 weeks paid parental leave and more! Regardless of where you are in your professional journey, Transgrid powers your career by providing access to regular and on-going training, workplace mentoring and tertiary education. Here you are encouraged to build a career that is right for you.

Applications close on the 25th of August 2025 however will be assessed on a rolling basis and may close earlier. Apply today and play a crucial role in driving the transition to a cleaner, more sustainable energy future!