Senior Analyst (Energy/Techno-economics/Decarbonisation)

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As a result of significant project wins across the region and based on our growth strategy, AECOM is looking for a passionate and highly driven Senior Analyst (Energy/Techno-economics/Decarbonisation) to lead and deliver mining & industrial infrastructure projects. This newly created position will support our current internal and external clients, whilst assisting with new pursuits to further grow and sustain our team. Own the quantitative modelling that underpins AECOM's advisory work producing the technical & financial analysis, allowing clients to assess options and make informed capital allocation decisions on complex energy and decarbonisation investments. The role spans hybrid energy system modelling across traditional thermal generation, variable renewable generation, energy storage, grid connection and/or islanded network culminating in hybrid systems for mine sites, heavy industry or network planning feasibility & associated business cases. The ideal candidate will be comfortable moving between engineering design assumptions, financial model construction, and client-ready narrative. Working with a high performing team, you will deliver projects for a diverse range of mining, heavy industry and water sector clients. This position has the flexibility to be based out of Brisbane, Melbourne or Adelaide locations. How you'll make a difference: Develop and maintain the practice's suite of techno-economic models: LCOE, LCOA, NPV/IRR, project finance models for hybrid energy and decarbonisation investments Lead technical feasibility studies for hybrid energy systems (solar PV, wind, BESS, diesel displacement, configurations) for mining, industrial and remote applications Perform comparative technology assessments evaluating competing decarbonisation pathways including direct electrification, fuel switching, across technical performance, capital cost, operational cost, and carbon abatement metrics Develop energy balance models sizing generation, storage, and load management systems to meet industrial load profiles with defined reliability criteria Awareness and involvement in government grant applications on behalf of clients and/or agencies including prepare techno-economic case studies for Safeguard Transformation Stream, ARENA, CEFC, and state government funding programs Translate technical analysis into client-ready outputs with a advisory style, decision-quality reports, investment committee presentations Ability to scope and estimate techno-economic workstreams either as part of larger project proposals or as stand-alone bespoke proposals Interface with clients, vendors, IPP's and specialists to align engineering outcomes with operational and strategic objectives. The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don't tick all the boxes, you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered. Bachelor of Economics and/or Engineering (or equivalent) and Undergraduate degree in economics and/or engineering (electrical, mechanical, chemical, or renewable energy engineering preferred) Proficient in modelling software such HOMER, MATLAB, excel etc. 8+ years of experience in energy systems modelling, techno-economic analysis, or energy project development, preferably with direct experience in hybrid energy systems for mining, industrial or remote applications Demonstrated experience with LCOE/LACE methodology including treatment of capacity factor, technical inputs, capital structure, O&M escalation, residual value, and sensitivity analysis Advanced financial modelling skills & able to build complex, multi-scenario techno-economic models in HOMER or equivalent hybrid system optimisation software with post processing or modelling in Excel, Python, MATLAB or similar with a strong foundation from first principles Strong engineering fundamentals with understanding of electrical systems, generation dispatch, storage degradation, grid connection interfaces, and industrial load profiles Experience with Australian energy market frameworks including NEM, WEM, NWPS & AEMO grid connection requirements, network tariffs and their implications for behind-the-meter and grid-connected industrial assets Benefits at AECOM The Workplace Gender Equality Agency (WGEA) recognises AECOM as taking a sophisticated, holistic approach to supporting women and men's participation throughout our workplace. We provide a diverse and inclusive work environment and offer many benefits to ensure your professional development & wellbeing. Flexible start and finish times, working from home, part time and job share options State of the art, modern and contemporary offices Paid parental and partner leave Purchased additional annual leave + salary packaging Corporate Employee discounts from up to 400 retailers Wellbeing benefits eg. Vaccinations, health insurance discounts Employee stock purchase plans Study assistance, and Professional and technical development opportunities

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