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Epec Group

Principal Engineer (Power Systems)

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Epec Group
Electrical engineering contractor specialising in high-voltage grid connections and EPC services for renewables.
Principal Power Systems Engineer responsible for driving technical excellence in power system studies and overseeing project controls and subcontractor management in the renewable energy sector.
15d ago
A$150,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
Hybrid
Company Size
135 Employees
Service Specialisms
Project Management
Engineering
Construction Services
Consulting
Technical Services
Design
Sector Specialisms
High Voltage Power Engineering
Renewable Energy
Electrical Infrastructure
Substations
Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) Balance of Plant (BoP)
Testing and Compliance
Engineering
Procurement & Construction (EPC)
Role
What you would be doing
project controls
subcontractor management
design engineering
power system studies
site inspections
pss/e/pscad

In this pivotal role, you'll drive technical excellence across a range of power system studies using tools like PSS/E, PSCAD, PowerFactory, and Hypersim.

  • Oversee project controls and subcontractor management
  • Conduct site inspections and deliver cost-effective outcomes
  • Lead innovative design and engineering solutions
What you bring
people skills
degree required
professional memberships
experience (7+ years)
high-voltage
chartered status

You'll bring your expertise in end-to-end grid connection processes, guiding the technical delivery of complex studies and ensuring seamless integration with the grid. Your experience with generator performance standards and a deep understanding of Schedule 5 of the NER will be key to your success.

  • Great people skills—you know how to build strong relationships, communicate clearly, and work with customers and senior stakeholders to find the best way forward
  • A degree (or higher) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or Mathematics
  • Professional memberships
  • Around 7+ years of hands-on experience delivering complex, high-voltage grid connection projects—ideally across design, build, and commissioning phases
  • Chartered status with Engineers Australia and RPEQ registration (or you're actively working towards it and keen to get there)
Benefits
  • Ongoing professional training and development
  • Access to EAP and novated leasing
  • Career progression in a fast growing organisation
  • Fully stocked snack bar and drinks in the fridge
  • On site barista to take care of your morning caffeine fix
  • Flexibility to enable work/life balance
Training + Development
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Interview process
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Visa Sponsorship
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Security clearance
  • yes, background checks may be part of the hiring process.
Company
Overview
130+ Specialists
Specialists Employed
The company has grown to employ over 130 highly skilled professionals, demonstrating rapid expansion and expertise in the energy sector.
  • Tackle Australia’s shifting energy landscape by streamlining high-voltage grid connections.
  • Deliver turnkey engineering, procurement, and construction for substations, lines, and BESS Balance of Plant.
  • Background in technical grid studies using tools like PSCAD, PSS/E, PowerFactory, and Hypersim.
  • Typical projects include renewable generator connections, HV switching, and commissioning services across solar, wind, and battery sites.
  • Navigate regulatory hurdles in the National Electricity Market end-to-end: from pre-enquiry and design through testing, connection, and registration.
  • A risk-based engineering approach ensures projects meet technical and commercial milestones, often being the first on and last off site.
Culture + Values
  • Customer centric – consistently provide simple, competent and reputable service, exceeding expectations on every project
  • Certainty – fulfil our brand promise of certainty, equipped to mitigate risk and execute connections with certainty and accuracy
  • Enjoyment – teamwork is celebrated; collective experiences, varied skills and unique talents are enjoyed by our clients and our team
  • Future focused – strive for innovation and leadership to remain at the forefront of the programs transitioning the industry to renewables
  • Integrity – demonstrate our values and work hard for compliance and adherence to industry codes for our team and our customers
  • Safety – dedicated to our safety culture, leading the industry in safety standards; ensuring a safe working environment is deeply embedded into all we do
Environment + Sustainability
2025 Target
No Emissions Goals
As of June 2025, the company has not publicly stated any net-zero target or emissions-reduction goals.
  • Mission to enable a sustainable future by connecting renewable resources
  • Risk‑based approach to technical outcomes improves speed to market for renewable generation projects
  • Provide end‑to‑end HV connections accelerating renewable energy integration in Australia’s National Electricity Market
Inclusion & Diversity
  • No publicly disclosed DEI strategy, goals, or gender-related statistics found on website or LinkedIn as of June 2025
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