Electrical Power Systems Engineer

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Incentives

Medical & retirement benefits

Travel opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Power Systems Engineer in Upington to design, analyze, and implement high‑voltage power systems for major infrastructure projects. You will handle substations, transmission lines, and distribution networks, ensuring reliability, safety, and alignment with standards.

The role requires advanced knowledge of protection schemes, grounding, and harmonics, plus proficiency with ETAP, PSS/E or DigSilent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems.
• Extensive experience in power system design and analysis.
• Proficiency with ETAP, PSS/E or DigSilent.
• Knowledge of protection schemes, grounding and harmonics.
• Experience with project management and site supervision is beneficial.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical power systems, including substations, transmission lines, and distribution networks.
• Conduct power flow, fault analysis, and stability studies using specialized software.
• Develop technical specifications for electrical equipment, such as transformers, switchgear, and protection relays.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and testing of power system components.
• Ensure all designs and installations comply with national and international power system standards.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for existing power infrastructure.

Skills

Power Systems Design

Power System Analysis

Protection Schemes

Grounding & Harmonics

Project Management

Site Supervision

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

ETAP

PSS/E

DigSilent

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly competent Electrical Power Systems Engineer to contribute to significant infrastructure projects in Upington . This role requires expertise in the design, analysis, and implementation of high-voltage power systems, including transmission, distribution, and generation. You will be instrumental in ensuring the efficiency, reliability, and safety of our power infrastructure, working on challenging projects that support regional development. This position offers a chance to work on large-scale, impactful engineering endeavors with a team of dedicated professionals.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical power systems, including substations, transmission lines, and distribution networks.
• Conduct power flow, fault analysis, and stability studies using specialized software.
• Develop technical specifications for electrical equipment, such as transformers, switchgear, and protection relays.
• Oversee the installation, commissioning, and testing of power system components.
• Ensure all designs and installations comply with national and international power system standards.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for existing power infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Extensive experience in power system design and analysis.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, PSS/E, DigSilent).
• Strong understanding of protection schemes, grounding, and harmonics.
• Experience with project management and site supervision is beneficial.
• Excellent analytical skills and ability to solve complex engineering problems.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and retirement benefits.
• Opportunities for travel and involvement in major infrastructure projects.
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A challenging and rewarding career in the power sector.