Description
technical leadership
solution design
tech projects
security architecture
tech strategy
risk management
The Principal Engineer – Energy Asset Technology is a senior technical leader responsible for shaping the future of IT and OT across energy assets. The role provides technical authority and strategic guidance, leveraging cloud, IIoT, AI/ML and automation to deliver secure, scalable solutions. It works closely with Architecture, Cyber Security and Operational Technology teams to create roadmaps and standards that support the energy transition.
Key responsibilities include leading complex technology projects, designing secure infrastructure, and mentoring technical staff across enterprise and operational environments. The engineer collaborates with cross‑functional teams to develop robust security solutions, defines technology strategies, and ensures compliance with industry standards. Continuous improvement and a service‑driven culture are championed throughout the organization.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship across enterprise and OT environments
- Design and deliver secure, scalable solutions using AI/ML, IIoT, edge computing, cloud and automation
- Lead complex technology projects, aligning them with organisational goals and timelines
- Collaborate with Architecture, Cyber Security, IT and OT teams to build robust infrastructure and security solutions
- Develop technology strategies and roadmaps that drive innovation and support the energy transition
- Identify, mitigate and manage risks while ensuring compliance with industry standards
- Champion continuous improvement and foster a collaborative, service‑driven culture
- Lead through influence, mentor technical teams and promote innovation across stakeholders
- Apply strategic thinking and communication skills to shape effective technology strategies
- Provide staff discounts on energy, telecommunications and solar plans for employees and their families
- Deliver wellbeing programs with Medibank, Fitness Passport and on‑site health services
- Commit to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants of all backgrounds and providing reasonable adjustments during recruitment
Requirements
networking
cloud
virtualization
ai/ml
ot/it security
problem solving
Candidates must demonstrate the ability to lead through influence, mentor diverse technical teams and drive innovation. They need strong strategic thinking, communication skills, and deep expertise in networking, cloud, virtualization, IIoT, AI/ML and OT/IT security. Advanced problem‑solving, planning abilities, and a collaborative mindset with flexibility to manage multiple priorities are also required.
- Possess deep expertise in networking, cloud, virtualization, IIoT, AI/ML and OT/IT security
- Demonstrate advanced problem‑solving and planning capabilities for complex, secure solutions
- Maintain a collaborative mindset, flexibility and ability to manage multiple priorities
Benefits
AGL offers flexible working options, staff discounts on energy, telco and solar plans, and generous parental and additional leave benefits. Wellbeing programs include partnerships with Medibank, Fitness Passport and on‑site health services, while an annual Share Reward plan provides up to $1,000 in shares with optional salary sacrifice. The company is committed to diversity and inclusion, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and providing reasonable adjustments throughout recruitment.
- Offer flexible working options including hybrid arrangements and flexible hours
- Include 20 weeks of paid parental leave plus employer‑paid superannuation on unpaid leave
- Provide a 1‑week “Recharge Leave” and salary‑sacrifice options for up to six additional weeks of leave
- Offer an annual Share Reward plan up to $1,000 and salary‑sacrifice options for up to $5,000 in shares
Training + Development
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