Electrical Engineer - Power Systems

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Training & development

Long-term employment

Job summary

Placements24 in Rustenburg seeks an Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Systems to join our team. You will design, analyze, and maintain electrical systems for critical infrastructure, ensuring reliable operation of the region's power supply.

The role requires hands-on work with site operations and maintenance teams, performing power system studies, ensuring compliance with codes, and delivering documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in power systems engineering.
• Proficiency with power system analysis software (ETAP, PSS/E, PowerWorld).
• Strong understanding of electrical machinery, protection systems, and substation design.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical systems for power generation, transmission, and distribution.
• Perform power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and project specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues in industrial environments.
• Collaborate with technicians and other engineers on project execution and maintenance activities.
• Prepare technical documentation, drawings, and reports.

Skills

Power systems

Load flow analysis

Protection systems

Substation design

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

PSS/E

PowerWorld

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled and dedicated Electrical Engineer specializing in Power Systems to join their team in Rustenburg . This role is critical for ensuring the reliable and efficient operation of our energy infrastructure. You will be involved in the design, analysis, and maintenance of electrical systems, contributing to the stability and growth of the region's power supply. The position demands hands-on involvement and a deep understanding of electrical engineering principles applied in a demanding industrial setting, working closely with site operations and maintenance teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement electrical systems for power generation, transmission, and distribution.
• Perform power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis.
• Ensure compliance with electrical codes, safety standards, and project specifications.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical issues in industrial environments.
• Collaborate with technicians and other engineers on project execution and maintenance activities.
• Prepare technical documentation, drawings, and reports.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in power systems engineering.
• Proficiency with power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, PSS/E, PowerWorld).
• Strong understanding of electrical machinery, protection systems, and substation design.
• Knowledge of relevant industry standards and safety regulations.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on critical infrastructure projects.
• Exposure to a wide range of electrical engineering challenges.
• Company-provided training and professional development.
• Stable, long-term employment in a key industrial hub.