Grid Connection Manager
Be based in Sydney
Be a part of a leading international Developer
Clear career progression development path
Our Client
Our client is a leading international solar company, designing and delivering projects across Ireland, the United Kingdom, Germany and Australia. They are powered by core values and driven by a clear purpose.
The Role
Due to their growth, our client has engaged us to look for a Grid Connection Manager to be based in Sydney. The role will report to the Head of Grid, Australia and:
- Provide technical expertise in relation to all aspects of the NEM grid connection process and support our client’s Solar PV and Energy Storage project pipeline through the feasibility development, commissioning, and operational phases.
- Work closely with development colleagues to identify suitable locations for new Solar PV, BESS or Hybrid projects and incorporate power systems analysis and congestion modelling to support decision making for new opportunities.
- Specify high level design for Solar PV, standalone BESS, and Hybrid projects to optimise project configurations. Provide technical guidance to Development and Finance teams to ensure optimised project configurations.
- Manage the Connection Application Process (R0) for multiple projects across several NEM jurisdictions and ensure that projects are progressed in a timely manner.
- Undertake all aspects of Model Acceptance, Benchmarking and GPS compliance studies including Steady State, Dynamic and Power Quality analysis using PSS/E, DigSilent PowerFactory and PSCAD EMTP software packages, as required.
- Pro-actively manage relationships with project stakeholders including NSPs, AEMO, Electrical Designer Contractors and OEMs.
- Appoint and manage external power systems consultants for the delivery of Connection Application Packages and undertake internal due diligence assessments prior to submission to NSPs/AEMO.
- Engage with NSPs to negotiate optimised connection strategies for Solar PV, standalone BESS, and Hybrid projects to ensure cost-effective connections at both transmission and distribution level.
- Negotiate Generator Performance Standards and technical aspects of Connection Agreements to ensure positive project outcomes.
Selection Criteria:
To be successful for the role, you will need:
- Degree in Electrical/Energy Engineering/HV Power System Engineering or related discipline.
- 5+ years’ experience working in a connections-focussed environment within an Engineering Consultancy, Project Developer, NSP or AEMO.
- Site experience in Solar PV plants and/or high voltage substations is desirable but not essential.
- Strong technical knowledge of the NER Chapter 5 process, with a proven track record of success in progressing wind/solar/BESS connections with NSPs and AEMO.
- Excellent knowledge of power systems analysis software packages including PSS/E, PSCAD and DigSilent, PowerFactory as well as associated Python automations skills.
- Knowledge of the AC and DC electrical design of Solar PV plants, Battery Energy Storage Systems, and grid connection methodologies.
- Knowledge of HV electrical equipment, control systems, SCADA, protection, and metering.
- Ability to manage external consultants for the delivery of design and study packages.
Be based in Sydney
Be a part of a leading international Developer
Clear career progression development path
Our Client
Our client is a leading international solar company, designing and delivering projects across Ireland, the United Kingdom, Germany and Australia. They are powered by core values and driven by a clear purpose.
The Role
Due to their growth, our client has engaged us to look for a Grid Connection Manager to be based in Sydney. The role will report to the Head of Grid, Australia and:
- Provide technical expertise in relation to all aspects of the NEM grid connection process and support our client’s Solar PV and Energy Storage project pipeline through the feasibility development, commissioning, and operational phases.
- Work closely with development colleagues to identify suitable locations for new Solar PV, BESS or Hybrid projects and incorporate power systems analysis and congestion modelling to support decision making for new opportunities.
- Specify high level design for Solar PV, standalone BESS, and Hybrid projects to optimise project configurations. Provide technical guidance to Development and Finance teams to ensure optimised project configurations.
- Manage the Connection Application Process (R0) for multiple projects across several NEM jurisdictions and ensure that projects are progressed in a timely manner.
- Undertake all aspects of Model Acceptance, Benchmarking and GPS compliance studies including Steady State, Dynamic and Power Quality analysis using PSS/E, DigSilent PowerFactory and PSCAD EMTP software packages, as required.
- Pro-actively manage relationships with project stakeholders including NSPs, AEMO, Electrical Designer Contractors and OEMs.
- Appoint and manage external power systems consultants for the delivery of Connection Application Packages and undertake internal due diligence assessments prior to submission to NSPs/AEMO.
- Engage with NSPs to negotiate optimised connection strategies for Solar PV, standalone BESS, and Hybrid projects to ensure cost-effective connections at both transmission and distribution level.
- Negotiate Generator Performance Standards and technical aspects of Connection Agreements to ensure positive project outcomes.
Selection Criteria:
To be successful for the role, you will need:
- Degree in Electrical/Energy Engineering/HV Power System Engineering or related discipline.
- 5+ years’ experience working in a connections-focussed environment within an Engineering Consultancy, Project Developer, NSP or AEMO.
- Site experience in Solar PV plants and/or high voltage substations is desirable but not essential.
- Strong technical knowledge of the NER Chapter 5 process, with a proven track record of success in progressing wind/solar/BESS connections with NSPs and AEMO.
- Excellent knowledge of power systems analysis software packages including PSS/E, PSCAD and DigSilent, PowerFactory as well as associated Python automations skills.
- Knowledge of the AC and DC electrical design of Solar PV plants, Battery Energy Storage Systems, and grid connection methodologies.
- Knowledge of HV electrical equipment, control systems, SCADA, protection, and metering.
- Ability to manage external consultants for the delivery of design and study packages.
