Energy System Studies Engineer Senior Associate

Tetra Tech; Remote; ZAR 75 000 - 95 000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a Senior Associate to support energy projects and conduct technical analyses including power system modeling. The role requires five years of relevant experience, proficiency in Python, and the ability to effectively communicate and analyze data. You will lead projects, prepare reports, and contribute to business development efforts. This position is fully remote with some international travel required for data collection. Join this forward-thinking team to shape the future of energy solutions.

Benefits

Flexible work hours

Remote work opportunity

Professional development options

Qualifications

• Five years of relevant work experience in energy system planning.
• Proficient in Python.
• Advanced skills in MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Conduct studies on grid integration and stability.
• Lead power system analysis and technical reporting.
• Contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

Python programming

Advanced IT literacy

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Tools

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

Python

MS Suite

Job description

Tetra Tech delivers solutions that help clients globally operate, invest, and compete in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. We provide front‑end engineering and advisory services to businesses, utilities, governments, investors, and developers. Our capabilities span the energy value chain including utility management, power engineering and network planning, market frameworks and policy reform, on‑grid and off‑grid electrification, clean fuels deployment, financial due diligence and transaction support.

Position Summary

The Senior Associate will support the implementation of energy projects worldwide. The Senior Associate will independently conduct studies related to grid integration and stability, conduct site measurements, perform technical analyses, and prepare client reports. The Senior Associate also contributes to business development. This is a full‑time position and will report to the Senior Director in South Africa.

Essential Job Functions

Technical

• Lead power system analysis, including load flow, short circuit, dynamic and transient stability, harmonics, protection, arc flash, electromagnetic transient switching and insulation coordination studies using software such as PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP, PSCAD and EMTDC
• Independently conduct governor and AVR modeling including user‑defined models and autonomously carry out modeling of battery storage, wind and solar PV generation including master controllers
• Independently undertake SVC, SCO and STATCOM modeling and execute inverter models including grid‑forming inverters in consulting assignments
• Perform automated power system simulation studies using scripting tools such as Python
• Lead the modelling of HVDC interconnectors for feasibility studies and performance specifications
• Independently analyze and interpret simulation and test data
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Project Management

• Lead the preparation of analytical reports and presentations to clients
• Interact and coordinate with experts from other Tetra Tech operating units, subcontractors, suppliers and clients
• May serve as home office project manager or support management of small/medium sized projects, to achieve financial targets
• Review and provide feedback on work produced by junior staff and other engineers, to ensure quality and accuracy
• Mentor junior staff, share knowledge and cross‑train peers

Business Development

• Contribute to the preparation of proposals in collaboration with the business development team by drafting technical inputs, responses, methodologies for specific expressions of interest and tenders
• Contribute to marketing efforts by sharing content through social media, attending conferences & networking at industry events

This position’s essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation is available for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Required Qualifications

• Five years of relevant work experience in energy system planning, studies and modelling
• Knowledge of Python programming language
• Advanced IT literacy and numeracy skills with advanced proficiency in the MS Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Teams
• Ability to return to first principles and academic literature to resolve complex technical problems
• Adaptable and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Able to confidently build and maintain external and internal relationships
• A systematic, logical approach to problem solving
• Detail‑oriented and careful approach to completing assignments
• Ability to prioritize and manage time effectively to meet deadlines and client needs
• Highly motivated to learn on the job, interface with clients, and undertake training

Proficiency in both spoken and written English.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in a technical role for an energy consulting firm
• Experience in creating and managing budgets
• Professional working proficiency in both spoken and written French

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged periods sitting or standing at a desk and using a computer
• Work schedule: Monday – Friday, standard core business hours (8:30 AM – 5:30 PM local time); some flexibility required but must overlap core business hours for team collaboration and occasionally overlap with United States Eastern Standard Time business hours
• The position is fully remote with occasional in‑person team meetings or corporate events
• Travel requirements: Travel internationally up to an estimated 20% of time to visit utilities, national control centers, substations, project sites and power plants to collect data via measurements, as necessary

About Tetra Tech

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high‑end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

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