Ali Farzanehrafat

Ali Farzanehrafat is a highly skilled power systems engineer with extensive experience in the energy sector. Currently serving as Principal Power System Engineer - Future Energy Systems at the Australian Energy Market Operator since September 2023, Ali has held several significant roles, including Senior Power Systems Engineer at Goldwind and Senior Electrical Engineer at Jacobs. Expertise includes technical assistance for grid connection processes, preparation of grid impact studies, and electrical design for major projects such as the Wheatstone LNG Plant. Ali's foundational experience began as an Electrical Engineer with Ghods Niroo Engineering Co, contributing to gas turbine power plant projects. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Electrical and Electronic Engineering from the University of Canterbury.