Principal Consultant

About the role

ElectroNet Consulting's Power System Analysis (PSA) team is growing, and we are looking for a proven principal‑level consultant to lead complex studies, guide project delivery, and mentor engineers across our offices. You will scope and quote work, design solutions for generation and grid customers, and present clear recommendations to clients.

• You will lead and deliver advanced connection studies for the Australian Market, specifically in the R0 and R1 modelling phase, including:
• Reactive Power Capability
• Dynamic Model Acceptance Testing DMAT
• Wider NEM Model case setup
• Connection Study Report
• Benchmarking between PSS/E and PSCAD models
• Quality Assurance (QA) oversight and technical mentoring for other engineers.

Key responsibilities

• Evaluate, scope, specify and quote PSA projects
• Be the Technical lead on managing delivery to time, budget and quality for Australian Projects.
• Provide technical guidance to colleagues and uphold robust QA practices.
• Lead client meetings, progress reviews and multidisciplinary collaboration; identify business development opportunities and support tenders.

About you / What you'll bring

• Experience: 15+ years in the power systems sector (Australia preferred; equivalent utility experience in NZ/overseas considered).
• PSA tools: Deep expertise with Siemens PSSE, PSCAD, and DIgSILENT PowerFactory; advanced automation (e.g., Python) is a strong advantage.
• OEM Specific Knowledge: Experience with existing OEM models
• Standards: In‑depth knowledge of Australia's National Electricity Rules (NER) S5.2.5. NZ's Electricity Industry Participation Code (EIPC) is nice to have.
• Consulting strengths: Exceptional written and verbal communication, disciplined delivery under pressure, commercial awareness, and a proactive, collaborative approach.

Why Join Us?

As a member of our team, you will be part of a supportive work environment that encourages collaboration, innovation, and growth. We offer a range of benefits including:

• ElectroNet Plus: Our long service recognition programme (rewards starting at 2 years)
• ElectroNet Coach: Our in-house mentoring programme, focused on mentorship and leadership development
• Career Growth: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Parental Leave: Up to 26 weeks of primary carer leave top-up payments (to 80% of salary), including employer contributions to KiwiSaver during this period, and annual leave paid at full value for eligible primary carers. Partners and spouses are also supported with two weeks of fully paid parental leave.
• Relocation Assistance: Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate.
• Flexible Work: Flexible work arrangements to support work/life balance.
• Wellbeing: Wellbeing benefits including a personal option wellbeing allowance (POWA), 24/7 confidential EAP support, fresh fruit and free flu vaccinations
• Insurance: Life and critical illness insurance cover.
• Discounts: Access to a range of discounts, including fuel, and health insurance.
• Workride: NZ ride to work benefit scheme
• Innovative Environment: Be part of a forward-thinking company that values continuous improvement.
• Collaborative Culture: Work in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Celebrations: Celebration of special occasions, social club and team events

Ready to make an impact?

Apply now to join a high‑performing team tackling some of the most interesting PSA challenges across New Zealand and Australia.

For more information, and for a copy of the position description, please contact the People Team at 

We are happy to accommodate your personal circumstances with respect to a start date.

Please Note that our business will be closed from 20 December 2025 to 4 January 2026. We'll resume reviewing applications on 5 January 2026. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to considering your application in the new year.