DER Optimisation Engineer

About us 

At CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy, we’re proud to deliver electricity to 2 million Victorian customers every day through our network of poles and wires. But more than that, we’re here to power communities, support local businesses and keep critical services running smoothly, we’re essential to them all – and none of this happens without our people. As Victorians electrify everything from homes to transport, we’re focused on ensuring our networks are ready to meet that demand. If you want to be part of something essential, be essential with us.

About the role

This is a permanent full-time role for a DER Optimisation Engineer, focused on improving the performance of Distributed Energy Resources (DER) across the CitiPower, Powercor and United Energy Network. You’ll be responsible for analysing DER performance, supporting compliance and system optimisation, and helping to resolve technical issues. The role involves working with internal teams and external stakeholders, developing and maintaining operational procedures, and supporting system security efforts. This position includes supporting major incident responses, mentoring junior engineers, and providing technical input on new connections. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, and works well in a team environment. 

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse and report on DER performance, compliance, and system optimisation initiatives.
• Collaborate with internal teams to resolve DER and DSO system issues and develop network solutions.
• Contribute to the development and testing of system security mitigation controls and preparedness activities.
• Develop and maintain operational procedures, work instructions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Establish and maintain day-to-day monitoring capability for DER, DOE/SOE, flexibility services, and network control schemes.
• Identify and resolve systemic DER performance issues and short-term system security deficiencies.
• Lead support the creation of operational procedures for AEMO, TOC, and distribution networks.
• Optimise DER performance, network schemes, and flexibility services based on monitoring insights.
• Participate in the Major Incident Management (MIM) process for DSO system-related events.
• Provide technical inputs on large new connections, technical support to internal stakeholders, including training for Network Control & Operations teams.
• Represent the business in technical discussions with AEMO, TOC, manufacturers, and other external bodies.
• Support and mentor junior engineers while contributing to knowledge sharing and engineering development.

Key Criteria

• Degree or Diploma in Electrical, Communication or Software Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of DER technical standards (e.g. AS4777), CSIP-AUS, and distribution connection processes.
• Solid understanding of electrical distribution networks and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Proven problem-solving, data analysis, and communication skills.
• Experience working with DER technologies and supporting complex engineering projects.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with stakeholders and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Your career with us

We have a diversity of teams across our business, all contributing to great customer and community outcomes. Our people are our most important asset, and we continually invest in nurturing their capability. We proudly strive to provide a safe, inclusive and sustainable environment where all our people feel respected, valued and supported to bring their whole selves to work and be the best they can be.

With an embedded Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Strategy and initiatives like our Women in Power networking group, and Sparkle, our LGBTQIA+ allies pride network, we’re committed to equal opportunities for all employees.  

We are proud to be recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for all women. Click here for more information on how we create and support a diverse and equitable workplace. Understand how our benefits can support you. We offer a health and wellbeing subsidy (up to $600 per year), paid parental leave of up to 15 weeks for the primary carer, and more.  

What’s next

Research shows that whilst men apply to jobs when they meet an average of 60% of the criteria, women and other marginalised candidates tend to only apply when they check every box. So if you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily meet all criteria, please still get in touch. We’d love to have a chat and see if you could be a match.

If you think you have what it takes, but don’t necessarily check every box, or would like to discuss a different or flexible way of working, please still get in touch with us.

Please submit your application via our careers website by 28 June 2025. For the full Position Description, please reach out to Nadya Kartika from the Talent team at careers@powercor.com.au. 

We encourage applications from all communities; people of all ages, genders, nationalities, abilities and cultures, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the LGBTQIA+ community and people living with disability. 

If you require adjustments as part of the recruitment process to accommodate your needs, please don’t hesitate to discuss these with us. 

Beon, CitiPower Powercor and United Energy recognise Australia’s Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples as the First Peoples and Traditional Custodians of the lands on which we work. We pay our respects to Elders past and present and acknowledge their ancient and continuing connection to Country.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected and supported to succeed. By making sure our workplace is physically and mentally safe, so that our people can be their authentic selves, share their unique perspectives and can thrive.