Power System Engineer

Analyse Aotearoa's power system security & engage with industry participants - Develop/validate dynamic simulation models of transmission & generation assets - Support development & deployment of power system tools & ancillary services - Work at the centre of the Electricity Sector. A caring, collaborative team able to accommodate part time/job share arrangements if required_ 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 a service of multifaceted power system modelling and analysis, engineering, and risk and assurance management to enable Transpower as System Operator to meet its principal performance obligations under the Electricity Industry Participation Code and 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, study of existing and future power system risks and technologies, and work with industry participants to understand how their assets perform against their obligations. Examples of the team's deliverables are here: System Security Forecast | Transpower Dynamic stability reports EMI DIgSILENT Power Factory case files **Work at the heart of the electricity sector with the System Operator** If you are a power system professional who loves a technical challenge and has a passion for renewable energy and strategic thinking you will find working for the System Operator gives you the opportunity to work at the very heart of enabling a net-zero carbon future. 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 New Zealand for generations to come. **What will you bring?** We are looking for Power System Engineers with experience in time domain simulations, dynamic modelling, and analysing operational challenges of integrating renewable generation using common power system tools like PowerFactory, PSSE, and PSCAD. You may be working for a Transmission System Operator, Grid Owner, or Engineering Consultancy, utilising well-developed communication and influencing skills, and an ability to understand, model, and analyse 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 for an engineer level role your CV and cover letter will demonstrate**: - A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or a related field. - Knowledge, and at least 3+ years' experience in modelling, or power system analysis. Where applicable, please highlight any reports you have supported or contributed to. - Knowledge with Power System Analysis Tools to support building dynamic power system models and performing load flow and time domain simulations; ideally DIgSILENT, PowerFactory, or Siemens PSS®E. - High level, real world analytical skills, problem solving, and outstanding attention to detail. **To be a "senior" engineer in the Transpower context - you will also demonstrate**: - 7+ years knowledge and experience in power system operations or transmission planning. - Proven expertise in leading power system studies and projects, including the preparation and validation of powerflow cases and dynamic models using PowerFactory or PSSE (or similar tools) for comprehensive power system analysis and simulations. - Demonstrated ability to coach and mentor others and grow capability - both technical and soft skills - Strong communication skills in delivering and sharing technical reports, both written and verbal. - You hold or are close to achieving CPEng or hold an international equivalent. A master's degree or PhD degree in electrical engineering, power electronics, or related field, and membership of professional affiliations with industry working groups, such as CIGRE, IEEE, IET or EEA is advantageous. **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