Grid Engineer (Power Systems & Renewable Integration)

D'Arcy Weil is seeking a Grid Engineer in Sydney, NSW, to drive grid connection outcomes for utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects. The role involves delivering NEM compliance strategies, coordinating with AEMO and TNSPs, and managing technical aspects of grid connections. Candidates should have an electrical engineering degree and 5+ years of experience in NEM grid connections. The position offers permanent employment with location flexibility on Australia's east coast.
Role Focus: Drive end-to-end grid connection outcomes for utility-scale wind, solar, and battery storage projects across the NEM.
Role Snapshot
• Deliver NEM grid connection strategy and GPS compliance for major clean energy assets
• Work directly with AEMO, TNSPs, and leading consultants across development and delivery
• Join a global renewable IPP with long-term asset ownership and investment
About the Company

This international renewable energy developer owns and operates a growing pipeline of large-scale wind, solar and BESS projects across Australia. Backed by a global leader in clean energy, the business delivers projects from early-stage development through to long-term asset operations, maintaining deep in-house expertise across electrical engineering, grid connection, and project delivery.

With a strong track record of collaboration with network providers and system operators, the company plays a leading role in Australia’s transition to firmed renewables.

About the Role

As Grid Engineer, you will lead the development and delivery of NEM-compliant connection strategies across a portfolio of grid-scale generation and storage assets. Reporting to the Head of Grid, you will manage all technical aspects of the GPS and registration process, coordinate external modelling providers, and work closely with internal stakeholders to align plant design with network performance requirements.

Your insights will shape how assets interact with evolving system conditions, with a focus on technical accuracy, risk mitigation and commercial value.

Key Responsibilities
• Lead generator registration and GPS negotiation for renewable and BESS projects
• Coordinate grid modelling and connection studies with third-party consultants
• Review PSCAD, PSS®E, and RMS/EMT outputs to ensure NEM compliance
• Support all phases of the R0–R2 process, including modelling and commissioning
• Engage directly with AEMO, TNSPs/DNSPs and regulatory bodies
• Support development teams with substation, cable routing and grid design decisions
• Assess system strength, fault ride through, voltage control and FCAS capabilities
• Ensure alignment of plant design with evolving NER technical standards
• Advise on inverter-based resource performance, control systems and tuning
• Prepare internal grid connection strategies, risk assessments, and approvals
• Support grid-related due diligence for acquisitions and greenfield opportunities
• Collaborate with EPC, OEM and operations teams on connection delivery
Skills & Experience
• Electrical engineering degree with 5+ years’ experience in NEM grid connection
• Demonstrated success working with AEMO and NSPs on large-scale renewables
• Strong understanding of NER, GPS, and generator registration frameworks
• Hands-on experience with PSCAD, PSS®E, PowerFactory or similar
• Technical knowledge of wind, solar PV, BESS and inverter-based systems
• Experience managing external consultants and modelling providers
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, with stakeholder management acumen
What’s on Offer
• Permanent role with location flexibility on Australia’s east coast
• Join a global renewables business with a substantial local project pipeline
• Influence the grid performance and compliance of utility-scale projects
• Collaborate with a high-performing technical and commercial team
• Opportunities to grow within a mission-driven, long-term asset owner
To apply, please submit your cover letter and CV online or contact:

Ivan Pignataro
Director
D’Arcy Weil
M: 0416 507 856 | E: ivan@darcyweil.com

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