Electrical Engineer – Power Systems & Substations

Placements24; East London; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health and retirement benefits

Professional development

Supportive team environment

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineer specialized in Power Systems to join our East London team. You will design, analyse and implement electrical power infrastructure to support critical operations, ensuring reliability and safety across distribution networks and related equipment.

The role emphasizes strong technical foundations, analytical skills, and adherence to high engineering standards, with a clear path for career growth in essential infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems focus.
• 5+ years in design and analysis of electrical power systems.
• Experience with ETAP, PSS/E or DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Knowledge of protection, grounding and earthing principles.
• Renewable energy integration knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain electrical power systems including substations and distribution networks.
• Perform load flow analysis, short-circuit calculations, and power quality studies.
• Specify transformers, switchgear, cables, and protective relays.
• Ensure designs comply with industry standards, codes, and safety regs.
• Assist in commissioning and testing of new installations and upgrades.
• Provide technical support for operational issues.

Skills

Power systems

Load flow analysis

Protection schemes

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

ETAP

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineer specialized in Power Systems to join our East London team. You will design, analyse and implement electrical power infrastructure to support critical operations, ensuring reliability and safety across distribution networks and related equipment.

The role emphasizes strong technical foundations, analytical skills, and adherence to high engineering standards, with a clear path for career growth in essential infrastructure projects.