Electrical Engineer - Grid Integration

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid and retirement fund

Professional development

Training in power systems engineering

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Northern Cape, is seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Engineer specialising in grid integration for energy projects. You will perform power system studies, develop protection schemes, and ensure compliance with grid codes for safe interconnection of renewables.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering, 5+ years in grid integration, and proficiency with PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering with a focus on grid integration and power system studies.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software such as PSS/E, ETAP, or PSCAD.
• Strong understanding of power system protection, fault analysis, and grid codes.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, and stability analyses for grid connection applications.
• Develop and review protection schemes and settings for generators, substations, and transmission lines.
• Ensure compliance with Eskom's grid codes, relevant standards, and interconnection agreements.
• Collaborate with project developers, grid operators, and equipment suppliers on technical requirements for grid integration.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and proposals related to grid connection studies.
• Troubleshoot issues related to power quality, grid stability, and interconnection performance.

Skills

Grid integration

Power system studies

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a detail-oriented Electrical Engineer specializing in grid integration for energy projects in Kimberley . This role is crucial for ensuring that new energy generation sources, particularly renewables, can be safely and reliably connected to the national grid. You will work on power system studies, protection coordination, and ensure compliance with grid codes and utility requirements. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer to contribute to the modernization of South Africa's power infrastructure, working within a team dedicated to enhancing grid stability and accommodating clean energy sources in the Northern Cape.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, and stability analyses for grid connection applications.
• Develop and review protection schemes and settings for generators, substations, and transmission lines.
• Ensure compliance with Eskom's grid codes, relevant standards, and interconnection agreements.
• Collaborate with project developers, grid operators, and equipment suppliers on technical requirements for grid integration.
• Prepare technical documentation, reports, and proposals related to grid connection studies.
• Troubleshoot issues related to power quality, grid stability, and interconnection performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on grid integration and power system studies.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software such as PSS/E, ETAP, or PSCAD.
• Strong understanding of power system protection, fault analysis, and grid codes.
• Experience with renewable energy project interconnection is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical skills and the ability to work effectively in a project-driven environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in power systems engineering.
• Work on significant projects contributing to the stability and expansion of the energy grid in Kimberley .
• Be part of a company committed to advancing energy infrastructure solutions.