AGL Energy

Join the change. Together, we’ll make history

As we keep the lights on for over four million customers and move towards a more sustainable way of life, it’s an exciting time to be at AGL. We’re re-imagining how homes and business live and work across the country and we want you to be a part of it. This moment will define our time, and your career as you work alongside Australia's best and brightest minds. You’ll grow and learn in a collaborative, safe and supportive environment and play your part in changing the course of tomorrow.

Everyone at AGL is an important part of building a better energy future and we want you to join in.

About the role

Position: Senior Grid Engineer

Location: Brisbane or Melbourne

Work Schedule: Hybrid working arrangement

Diversity & Inclusion: Diversity matters! We embrace people from all backgrounds, genders, cultures and those with disabilities.

AGL is seeking a Senior Grid Engineer to join our Grid Scale Technologies team. This is your opportunity to play a pivotal role in integrating renewable energy sources like BESS, Pumped Hydro, Solar, and Wind into the national grid.

At AGL, we offer a wide range of benefits including:

• Flexible working options including hybrid work.
• Discounts on energy, telcos and solar plans.
• Participate in Energise - our reward & recognition program.
• Access 20 weeks of paid parental leave for the primary carer.
• Access to an additional week of recharge leave per year.
• Play an active role in our diversity & inclusion initiatives.
• Novated leasing and Electric Vehicle subscriptions.
• Access to study assistance, AGL’s share purchase plan and insurance deals.
• Benefits may change over time and vary based on role type and location.

What you will be doing:

As a Senior Grid Engineer, you will ensure seamless integration of renewable energy projects into the national grid, ensuring compliance with technical and regulatory standards. You’ll address power quality, voltage regulation, and grid stability, while collaborating with stakeholders including AEMO, TNSP, and OEMs to drive successful grid connection outcomes.

Key Accountabilities:

• Collaborate with internal teams to meet grid connection requirements.
• Maintain communication with AEMO, network service providers, OEMs, and consultants.
• Lead GPS and CPS meetings and generator registration.
• Provide technical guidance on grid connection design and support operations teams.
• Adhere to and promote AGL’s health, safety, and environmental standards.
• Stay updated with AEMC/AEMO/TNSP regulations.
• Ensure compliance with R0/R1/R2 regulations.
• Develop Python scripts for PSSE and PSCAD to automate grid connection studies.

Qualifications, Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (preferably Power Engineering).
• Experience in a similar role within the energy sector.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
• Ability to resolve grid connection challenges and identify opportunities within the NEM.
• Experience with NEM connections, generator registration, and GPS negotiations.
• Commissioning experience including Hold Point testing.
• Proficiency in PSSE, PSCAD, and/or PowerFactory for power systems modelling.

If this sounds like the role for you, go ahead and apply to #electrifyyourfuture.

Inclusion at AGL

At AGL, we value diversity and welcome applicants from various backgrounds, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, individuals with disabilities, culturally diverse individuals, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. AGL is dedicated to maintaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants to share their lived experiences.

We offer reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process and respect the privacy of those who choose not to disclose. To learn more visit: www.agl.com.au/careers

AGL is a Circle Back Initiative employer - we commit to respond to every applicant.

Our pre-employment screening process includes a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check and a medical assessment if necessary.

The information provided as part of your application to AGL will be managed in accordance with the AGL Privacy Policy.

AGL does not accept agency submissions unless approval has been granted by a member of the Talent Acquisition team. Candidates submitted by an agency without approval will not be considered by AGL.

Location

Docklands VIC 3008

Job Family Group

Engineering