Grid Integration Engineer

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 96,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Full remote work flexibility

Medical and retirement benefits

Professional development

Contribute to national grid rollout

Access to analytical tools

Generous annual leave

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Grid Integration Engineer for remote work within South Africa. The role focuses on ensuring stable interconnection of new generation sources and renewable projects to the national grid.

You will conduct technical studies, develop interconnection standards, and collaborate with project developers and internal teams to enable seamless integration. Ideal candidates have 5+ years in power system analysis or grid planning, proficiency with PSS/E, DIgSILENT, PSCAD, and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems.
• 5+ years of power system analysis or grid planning experience.
• Experience with PSS/E, PowerFactory DIgSILENT, PSCAD.
• Strong knowledge of grid codes and interconnection standards.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Able to work effectively in a remote SA setting.

Responsibilities

• Perform grid interconnection studies, including power flow, short circuit, and stability analysis for new generation facilities.
• Develop and apply grid codes and technical requirements for the interconnection of distributed and utility-scale energy resources.
• Collaborate with renewable energy project developers to ensure compliance with grid interconnection standards.
• Review and approve interconnection applications and associated technical documentation.
• Identify potential grid impacts and mitigate to maintain grid reliability and power quality.
• Work with transmission and distribution planning teams to assess grid infrastructure for new generation.
• Develop and maintain models of the power system for analysis purposes.
• Stay current with advancements in grid technologies and regulatory frameworks.
• Provide technical expertise and support to other departments.

Skills

Power system analysis

Grid planning

Interconnection standards

Remote work capability

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

PowerFactory DIgSILENT

PSCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a major utility company focused on modernizing its electricity grid infrastructure, is seeking a skilled Grid Integration Engineer. This role is based in Queenstown, Eastern Cape , and will operate remotely. The Grid Integration Engineer will be responsible for ensuring the stable and reliable connection of new generation sources, including renewable energy projects, to the existing power grid. You will conduct technical studies, develop interconnection standards, and collaborate with project developers and internal teams to facilitate seamless integration. This position requires a strong understanding of power system dynamics, grid codes, and regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and possesses excellent communication skills to bridge the gap between technical requirements and project execution. Working remotely allows for a flexible schedule while contributing to critical national energy infrastructure development. We are looking for a professional who can navigate complex technical challenges and contribute to building a resilient and efficient energy future for South Africa .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform grid interconnection studies, including power flow, short circuit, and stability analysis for new generation facilities.
• Develop and apply grid codes and technical requirements for the interconnection of distributed and utility-scale energy resources.
• Collaborate with renewable energy project developers to ensure compliance with grid interconnection standards.
• Review and approve interconnection applications and associated technical documentation.
• Identify potential grid impacts and recommend mitigation measures to maintain grid reliability and power quality.
• Work with transmission and distribution planning teams to assess the adequacy of the grid infrastructure for new generation.
• Develop and maintain models of the power system for analysis purposes.
• Stay current with advancements in grid technologies, renewable energy integration, and regulatory frameworks.
• Provide technical expertise and support to other departments within the organization.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, with a specialization in Power Systems.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in power system analysis, grid planning, or renewable energy integration.
• Proficiency in power system simulation software (e.g., PSS/E, PowerFactory DIgSILENT, PSCAD).
• Strong knowledge of grid codes, interconnection standards, and power system stability principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to interpret complex technical requirements and communicate them effectively.Experience with distributed generation and renewable energy technologies is essential.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be able to work effectively in a remote setting within South Africa .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Full remote work flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in grid technologies.
• Contribute to the modernization and expansion of the national power grid.
• Collaborative work environment with industry experts.
• Access to state-of-the-art analytical tools.
• Generous annual leave.