Senior Engineer - Power System Studies

OverviewOur 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.

The System Operator operates the wholesale electricity market and manages power system security now and into the future.

Our Power Systems group provides power system analysis and engineering, risk and assurance management to enable Transpower in its role as System Operator.In this role, you will be part of the Power Systems Engineering team, which collaborates with the Power Systems Development and Engineering Assurance teams to understand asset performance, study power system risks and technologies, and support operating the electricity market and power system.ResponsibilitiesJoin the System Operator in Wellington, Auckland, Hamilton or ChristchurchPerform power studies and analysis to support generator connectionsValidate dynamic models of generation connecting to the power systemReview power system connection studies provided by Asset Owners and GeneratorsAssess risks and impacts to the System Operator and ensure compliance with the electricity industry participation codeProduce industry information and forecasts related to system security and operationEngage with the Electricity Authority and industry participants to enable a secure and resilient power systemWhat will you bring?

A minimum of a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, or related field with Power Systems papers7 or more years leading power system studiesProven experience with preparing / validating power flow cases and dynamic models in PowerFactory for power system analysis and simulations; share reports you have been involved withWorking knowledge of power system analysis tools to build dynamic power system models and perform load flow and time-domain simulations; ideally in DIgSILENT PowerFactory (or Siemens PSSE).

DSA Tools or PSCAD are a bonusDemonstrated ability to analyse and interpret complex problems, identify requirements, and develop alternativesWell-developed verbal and written communication skills to clearly convey technical information and grow the power system modelling and analysis capabilities of othersAbout TranspowerAotearoa is powered by the people who work here.

This is your opportunity to join us on a mission that affects all New Zealanders, today and into the future.

We value diversity with teams from over 28 nationalities and offer flexible work arrangements to support work and personal commitments.

We prioritise wellbeing with a wide range of employee health and wellness benefits.Next stepsPlease review the links in the advert and position description on our careers site and apply without delay.

Role closes Monday 13 October 2025; applications will be reviewed as received and you may be contacted to explore your application or arrange an interview prior to the close date.

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