Manager - Connections Technical Solutions

Division : System Design

Department : Onboarding & Connections

Reference number :  12830

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 Division & Role

System Design is focused on planning for the rapid changes in energy technology. As new generation and load technologies emerge, power system behaviour is becoming less predictable, and new challenges are arising with the shift from traditional machines to flexible power electronics. AEMO is responsible for keeping the power system secure, requiring operators to understand how new technologies respond to disturbances. Planners must ensure new projects meet technical standards and perform reliably, even in parts of the network not originally designed for significant generation. This role involves technical, analytical, and operational challenges—perfect for those who want to make a real impact.

About the team you will lead

You will lead a high-performing group of 10–15 engineers who are deep specialists in system modelling, simulation techniques, electromagnetic transient analysis and power system performance.

This team is at the forefront of the industry, working on projects including :

• Renewable Energy Zones (REZs) with multiple new connections occurring simultaneously
• Grid-forming battery installations that are setting global benchmarks
• Novel assessment methods for offshore wind, advanced data centres and large-scale storage
• Complex modelling investigations and cutting-edge wide-area EMT studies
• Technical standards and compliance shaping how new technology connects to the grid

This team has direct impact across the sector — supporting developers, OEMs, NSPs, regulators and market bodies. They’re sought-after experts, and the technical insights they deliver guide industry investment decisions every day. The position is able to be based out of offices in Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney, Perth or Adelaide.

About you

We’re seeking an innovative, strategic and technically credible leader who can inspire a highly specialised team. You will :

To succeed, you’ll bring :

To find out more information on the work and current projects being delivered or actively supported by the Onboarding and Connections team, click here :

In return some of our benefits to you

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