Grid Integration Specialist - Energy Systems

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 97,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Professional development

Competitive salary

Job summary

Our client in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, seeks a Grid Integration Specialist to ensure the seamless integration of renewables into the national grid. You will handle power systems analysis, grid codes, and regulatory compliance while guiding project teams.

The role offers hybrid work with on-site collaboration and remote support, enabling impactful contributions to South Africa's energy landscape and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of power systems engineering experience with a focus on grid integration.
• Solid understanding of load flow, short circuit analysis, and transient stability.

Responsibilities

• Analyze impact of new energy generation facilities on the existing grid infrastructure.
• Develop and implement grid connection studies, impact assessments, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with grid operators, IPPs, and stakeholders to facilitate grid integration.
• Design and specify grid interconnection equipment and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with national grid codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform power system stability and dynamic studies to identify and mitigate issues.
• Provide technical guidance to project development teams and operations.
• Stay updated on evolving grid technologies and best practices.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Grid integration

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the South African Energy landscape, is seeking a dedicated Grid Integration Specialist to join their innovative team in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role operates on a hybrid model, offering flexibility while ensuring essential collaboration for critical project work. You will be responsible for ensuring the seamless and stable integration of diverse energy sources, including renewables, into the national grid. Your technical expertise will be crucial in navigating the complexities of grid infrastructure, power systems analysis, and regulatory compliance. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the modernization and expansion of the Energy sector in the Eastern Cape and play a vital role in shaping a reliable and sustainable energy future for the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze the impact of new energy generation facilities (especially renewables) on the existing grid infrastructure.
• Develop and implement grid connection studies, impact assessments, and technical specifications.
• Collaborate with grid operators, Independent Power Producers (IPPs), and other stakeholders to facilitate smooth grid integration.
• Design and specify grid interconnection equipment and control systems.
• Ensure compliance with national grid codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Perform power system stability and dynamic studies to identify and mitigate potential issues.
• Provide technical guidance and support to project development teams, engineering departments, and operational staff.
• Stay abreast of evolving grid technologies, smart grid solutions, and international best practices in grid integration.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical challenges related to grid connection and system performance.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems Engineering, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in power systems engineering, with a specific focus on grid integration of generation facilities.
• Solid understanding of power system fundamentals, including load flow, short circuit analysis, and transient stability.
• Experience with power system analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP).
• Knowledge of grid codes and interconnection standards relevant to South Africa.
• Familiarity with renewable energy technologies (solar PV, wind) and energy storage systems.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a hybrid model, requiring presence in Queenstown, Eastern Cape, and contributing remotely.
• Team player with the ability to work collaboratively across departments and with external entities.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits including medical aid and a provident fund, opportunities for continuous learning and professional development, and the chance to work on impactful projects within the vital Energy sector.
• Join a forward-thinking company in Queenstown that is committed to advancing sustainable energy solutions.