Principal Grid Connection Engineer at Arcadis in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia | Kablio

Role

Description

grid integration

microgrid design

power quality

hvdc systems

renewable storage

data centre power

Commercial & Ports: Powering large commercial precincts and enabling resilient, electrified port operations.
Mining & Industrial: Integrating renewables and advanced grid solutions to decarbonise energy-intensive operations.
Hydrogen Projects: Providing grid connection, renewable integration, and energy systems support for green hydrogen hubs and production facilities.
Microgrids and Remote Power Systems: Designing hybrid, resilient energy solutions for regional and industrial communities.
Solar, BESS, and Pumped Hydro: Supporting the connection, optimisation, and operation of large-scale renewable generation and storage projects.
Synchronous Condensers, STATCOMs & Power Quality Systems: Delivering studies and designs that enhance system strength, inertia, voltage control, harmonic performance, and overall grid stability.
Rail & Intermodal: Supporting electrified rail networks and intermodal logistics hubs.
Offshore Wind and HVDC Converter Stations: Enabling next-generation transmission systems to deliver clean energy at scale.
Datacentres: Delivering resilient, high-capacity power systems for critical digital infrastructure.

Requirements

chartered

rpeq

psse

pscad

hvdc

10 years

Tertiary qualifications in Electrical or Power Engineering; Chartered, RPEQ, or RPEV status desirable.
Excellent communication and client-facing skills with a collaborative mindset.
Deep understanding of TNSP, DNSP, and AEMO requirements and proficiency in PSSE, PSCAD, DIgSILENT, EMTP-RV.
Electric Heavy Vehicle Charging (EHVC): Enabling high-power charging networks for heavy transport.
Interest or experience in hydrogen, datacentres, ports, HVDC systems, renewable integration, or large-scale infrastructure highly regarded.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in grid connection projects (preferably in Australia), with strong knowledge of R0, R1, and R2 connection studies.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

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Interview process

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Visa Sponsorship

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Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1888

Year Founded

The company was established in the Netherlands with a focus on reclaiming wetlands.

30+ Countries

Global Presence

Operates in over 30 countries worldwide, showcasing its extensive international reach.

€5B

2023 Revenue

Achieved €5 billion in gross revenues, reflecting strong financial performance and strategic growth.

Evolved into a global design, engineering and consultancy powerhouse.
Excels in major infrastructure, water management, urban building, transport and industrial manufacturing projects worldwide.
Recent standout assignments include flood defences in New York, the Sydney Metro, and sustainable legacy planning for the Paris Olympics.
Structured around core business areas—Places, Mobility, Resilience and Intelligence—backed by digital centres of excellence.
Notable for blending data-driven tools with traditional consulting to optimise asset lifecycles and smart infrastructure.

Culture + Values

People First
Collaboration
Client Success
Integrity
Sustainability

Environment + Sustainability

Net-Zero by 2035

GHG Emissions Target

Commitment to achieving net-zero across the entire value chain.

70% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute scope 1 and market-based scope 2 GHG emissions by 2026, measured from a 2019 baseline.

58% GHG Reduction

Emissions Progress

Achieved a 58% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by end-2023 compared to 2019 levels.

100% Renewable Energy

Energy Consumption

Purchases renewable electricity certificates to cover all office and work-from-home energy use.

Transition of company fleet to EVs by 2030 (currently 26–35% by late 2024)
50% reduction in air travel emissions by 2025 (currently ~29%)
35% reduction in business travel emissions by 2025 (already at ~37%)
Joined supply-chain emissions platform in 2023 to capture supplier scope 3 data

Inclusion & Diversity

>40% Female Workforce

Gender Diversity Goal

Targets over 40% of workforce to be female by the end of 2026, reflecting a strong commitment to gender balance.

Top 25% eNPS

Employee Satisfaction Ranking

Aims to remain in the top 25% of the professional services sector for employee satisfaction, as measured by eNPS scores.

Continues to develop people through Skills Powered Organisation and Energy Transition Academy
GEC recruitment drive and increased focus on global roles to support diverse career paths

Articles

Careers at Arcadis

Sustainability at Arcadis

Arcadis Projects

Arcadis Insights

About Arcadis

Role

Description

grid integration

microgrid design

power quality

hvdc systems

renewable storage

data centre power

Commercial & Ports: Powering large commercial precincts and enabling resilient, electrified port operations.
Mining & Industrial: Integrating renewables and advanced grid solutions to decarbonise energy-intensive operations.
Hydrogen Projects: Providing grid connection, renewable integration, and energy systems support for green hydrogen hubs and production facilities.
Microgrids and Remote Power Systems: Designing hybrid, resilient energy solutions for regional and industrial communities.
Solar, BESS, and Pumped Hydro: Supporting the connection, optimisation, and operation of large-scale renewable generation and storage projects.
Synchronous Condensers, STATCOMs & Power Quality Systems: Delivering studies and designs that enhance system strength, inertia, voltage control, harmonic performance, and overall grid stability.
Rail & Intermodal: Supporting electrified rail networks and intermodal logistics hubs.
Offshore Wind and HVDC Converter Stations: Enabling next-generation transmission systems to deliver clean energy at scale.
Datacentres: Delivering resilient, high-capacity power systems for critical digital infrastructure.

Requirements

chartered

rpeq

psse

pscad

hvdc

10 years

Tertiary qualifications in Electrical or Power Engineering; Chartered, RPEQ, or RPEV status desirable.
Excellent communication and client-facing skills with a collaborative mindset.
Deep understanding of TNSP, DNSP, and AEMO requirements and proficiency in PSSE, PSCAD, DIgSILENT, EMTP-RV.
Electric Heavy Vehicle Charging (EHVC): Enabling high-power charging networks for heavy transport.
Interest or experience in hydrogen, datacentres, ports, HVDC systems, renewable integration, or large-scale infrastructure highly regarded.
Minimum 10 years’ experience in grid connection projects (preferably in Australia), with strong knowledge of R0, R1, and R2 connection studies.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1888

Year Founded

The company was established in the Netherlands with a focus on reclaiming wetlands.

30+ Countries

Global Presence

Operates in over 30 countries worldwide, showcasing its extensive international reach.

€5B

2023 Revenue

Achieved €5 billion in gross revenues, reflecting strong financial performance and strategic growth.

Evolved into a global design, engineering and consultancy powerhouse.
Excels in major infrastructure, water management, urban building, transport and industrial manufacturing projects worldwide.
Recent standout assignments include flood defences in New York, the Sydney Metro, and sustainable legacy planning for the Paris Olympics.
Structured around core business areas—Places, Mobility, Resilience and Intelligence—backed by digital centres of excellence.
Notable for blending data-driven tools with traditional consulting to optimise asset lifecycles and smart infrastructure.

Culture + Values

People First
Collaboration
Client Success
Integrity
Sustainability

Environment + Sustainability

Net-Zero by 2035

GHG Emissions Target

Commitment to achieving net-zero across the entire value chain.

70% Reduction

GHG Emissions Target

Aiming for a 70% reduction in absolute scope 1 and market-based scope 2 GHG emissions by 2026, measured from a 2019 baseline.

58% GHG Reduction

Emissions Progress

Achieved a 58% reduction in scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by end-2023 compared to 2019 levels.

100% Renewable Energy

Energy Consumption

Purchases renewable electricity certificates to cover all office and work-from-home energy use.

Transition of company fleet to EVs by 2030 (currently 26–35% by late 2024)
50% reduction in air travel emissions by 2025 (currently ~29%)
35% reduction in business travel emissions by 2025 (already at ~37%)
Joined supply-chain emissions platform in 2023 to capture supplier scope 3 data

Inclusion & Diversity

>40% Female Workforce

Gender Diversity Goal

Targets over 40% of workforce to be female by the end of 2026, reflecting a strong commitment to gender balance.

Top 25% eNPS

Employee Satisfaction Ranking

Aims to remain in the top 25% of the professional services sector for employee satisfaction, as measured by eNPS scores.

Continues to develop people through Skills Powered Organisation and Energy Transition Academy
GEC recruitment drive and increased focus on global roles to support diverse career paths

Articles

Careers at Arcadis

Sustainability at Arcadis

Arcadis Projects

Arcadis Insights

About Arcadis