Electrical Power Systems Engineer – Hybrid & Growth

Placements24; Cape Town; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Provident fund

Medical aid

Performance-based incentives

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work arrangement

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking an Electrical Systems Engineer specializing in Power Distribution to design, implement and maintain robust distribution networks for diverse infrastructure projects. The role offers a hybrid work model with a balanced mix of office collaboration and remote work, demanding strong analytical and coordination skills.

You will work with project managers, field technicians and other engineers on medium- and low-voltage systems, protection relays, and renewables

Formación

• Requires BSc/BEng in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems specialization.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in electrical power system design and engineering.
• Proficiency with PSS/E, ETAP or DigSilent PowerFactory.
• Knowledge of South African electrical codes, standards and safety regulations.

Responsabilidades

• Design and engineer medium- and low-voltage power distribution systems, including substations and reticulation networks.
• Develop single-line diagrams, protective relaying schemes, and equipment specifications.
• Perform load flow studies, short circuit analysis, and transient stability simulations.
• Ensure designs comply with SA standards (e.g., SANS) and international best practices.
• Collaborate with civil and mechanical engineers on site layout and grounding systems.
• Oversee procurement and installation of distribution equipment and provide technical guidance on site.
• Commission and test new power distribution installations and troubleshoot issues.
• Maintain and update power system documentation and drawings.
• Contribute to renewable energy integration into the grid.

Conocimientos

Project management

Communication

Power systems analysis

Hybrid work

Educación

BSc/BEng Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Herramientas

PSS/E

ETAP

DigSilent PowerFactory

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 in Cape Town is seeking an Electrical Systems Engineer specializing in Power Distribution to design, implement and maintain robust distribution networks for diverse infrastructure projects. The role offers a hybrid work model with a balanced mix of office collaboration and remote work, demanding strong analytical and coordination skills.

You will work with project managers, field technicians and other engineers on medium- and low-voltage systems, protection relays, and renewables