Electrical Power Engineer

Placements24; Siyancuma Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a skilled Electrical Power Engineer to join our client's team, supporting projects from Upington. The role focuses on design, analysis, and implementation of electrical power systems to ensure safe, efficient energy distribution across infrastructure projects.

You will perform load flow analysis, short-circuit studies, and protection studies, collaborate with project teams and regulators, and contribute to grid modernization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• 3–5 years of experience in electrical power systems design and analysis.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software (ETAP, PSS/E, PSCAD).
• Strong understanding of power generation, transmission, and distribution principles.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical power distribution systems, including substations, transmission lines, and protection schemes.
• Perform load flow analysis, short circuit calculations, and stability studies for power systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, codes, and safety regulations for power systems.
• Prepare technical specifications, drawings, and documentation for power system projects.
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to power system operation and performance.

Skills

Power systems design

Load flow analysis

Short-circuit analysis

Protection relays

Education

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

Tools

ETAP

PSS/E

PSCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a skilled Electrical Power Engineer to join their dynamic team, supporting projects from Upington . This role is instrumental in the design, analysis, and implementation of electrical power systems, ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable energy distribution and utilization. You will work on diverse projects, contributing to infrastructure development and grid modernization. This position offers a hybrid work model, combining on-site responsibilities with remote capabilities, providing flexibility while ensuring project needs are met. If you have a strong foundation in power systems engineering and are eager to contribute to significant energy projects,

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical power distribution systems, including substations, transmission lines, and protection schemes.
• Perform load flow analysis, short circuit calculations, and stability studies for power systems.
• Ensure compliance with relevant industry standards, codes, and safety regulations for power systems.
• Prepare technical specifications, drawings, and documentation for power system projects.
• Collaborate with project teams, clients, and regulatory bodies to ensure successful project delivery.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to power system operation and performance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• 3-5 years of experience in electrical power systems design and analysis.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, PSS/E, PSCAD).
• Strong understanding of power generation, transmission, and distribution principles.
• Knowledge of protection relays, switchgear, and power system equipment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in power engineering.
• Exposure to large-scale energy infrastructure projects.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment.