Principal Engineer - Generator Performance Standards

Division: Western Australia & Strategy 

Department: WA Operations 

Reference number: 13200 

Engagement type: Permanent

AEMO at the Heart of Energy

AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. AEMO’s purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, and enable the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians.  Australian governments are now committed to a net zero economy for Australia by 2050 and our vision is to enable this. We have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to co-design the future of our energy systems, and our core values revolve around character, commitment, and connection. Join us as we contribute to this significant transition in the energy sector.  

About the role  

This role is responsible for delivering power system analysis, modelling and technical reporting to support the security, reliability and resilience of the South West Interconnected System (SWIS) during a period of rapid energy transformation. Working at the forefront of the energy transition, you will provide engineering expertise and strategic insights to identify and address emerging system challenges, helping enable a secure, sustainable and reliable energy future for Western Australia.

What you will be doing  

• Lead the development, governance and continuous improvement of AEMO's Generator Performance Standards (GPS) Framework across the SWIS.


• Drive GPS-related market rule changes, working closely with regulators, government agencies and industry stakeholders.


• Provide technical leadership for the assessment of generator performance standards, commissioning requirements and generator modifications.


• Lead complex technical negotiations and stakeholder engagement with network providers, market participants and industry bodies.


• Oversee compliance audits, generator performance investigations and the resolution of non-compliance issues.


• Act as the trusted subject matter expert on generator performance, providing specialist advice to operational and engineering teams.


• Coordinate team priorities, build workforce capability and influence industry practices to support a secure and reliable energy future for Western Australia.

What you will bring to the role  

• Degree-qualified in Electrical Engineering or a related discipline, with expertise in power systems.


• Extensive experience in power system operations, networks, generator performance and connection processes.


• Strong understanding of power system performance, compliance requirements and generator connection assessments.


• Proven ability to influence and negotiate solutions to complex technical issues across diverse stakeholder groups.


• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to present technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences.


• Demonstrated experience preparing high-quality technical reports, managing competing priorities and delivering outcomes. 


• Proficiency with power system modelling and analysis tools such as DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD and Python

In return some of our benefits to you 

• Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options, and additional leave options


• Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.


• Give back with up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.


• Reward your hard work with annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).


• Embrace a healthier you with our wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

About Our Process

At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing us at [email protected]