Network Planning Engineer

About Us: 

Jemena is an Australian energy company who own and operate more than $12.4 Billion worth of gas and electricity transportation assets across Australia supplying millions of households and businesses with these essential services every day. 

We pride ourselves on our innovative approach, technical expertise, and dedication to safety, quality, and sustainability. Our Group’s over 3000 team members, consistently strive to make a difference in the communities we serve. 

About the role: 

This is an excellent opportunity to gain experience, learn and develop your skills and knowledge on the job. As a Network Planning Engineer (Electricity Grid), your role will involve short to long-term power system planning and development of Jemena’s electricity network to deliver safe, reliable, affordable energy and sustainable performance for all customers.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Perform power system assessment, network development options and scope preparation for major customer connection projects.
• Strategic area planning using probabilistic planning, risk and cost-benefit economic evaluation assessments and report writing and presentations.
• Perform power system feasibility study assessments.
• Prepare Regulatory Investment Tests (RIT-D) and contribute to the Distribution Annual Planning Report and Transmission Connection Planning Report preparation.
• Technical assessment of load and embedded generation connection projects. 

A little About You:

• Experience in the electrical industry with Asset Management experience.
• Proficiency in using electricity network power system software such as PSS/E and/or PSCAD.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to liaise and influence both internal and external stakeholders.
• Knowledge of the regulatory framework, its obligations and instruments (such as NER, EDCoP, Australian Standards).
• Tertiary qualifications and/or higher in Electrical Engineering (power system discipline is desirable).

Why you should come and work for us:

Our people are our energy source and we offer meaningful benefits and rewards that work for you. We offer the opportunity for long term career growth as part of our talent development and succession planning process. 

Join our team and make a meaningful impact toward Australia’s “Net Zero” targets through the delivery of critical infrastructure projects and be a part of our journey to shape the future of the energy and utilities industry. 

We are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we are part of. We welcome applications from people of all ages, backgrounds, abilities, and identities. At Jemena, you belong. 

Recruitment Process 

During our recruitment process, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including pre-employment medical, reference checks and a national police check. Notice to Third Parties: Jemena does not accept unsolicited resumes (or liability associated with fees or costs) from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties. Interested candidates are welcome to submit their application independently.