Grid Integration Engineer - Renewable Energy

Placements24; Soweto; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Grid Integration Engineer to join a fully remote engineering team supporting renewable energy integration into South Africa's national grid. You will conduct studies, develop connection requirements, and collaborate with utilities to enable solar and wind projects.

The role requires 5+ years in power systems, expertise in PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD, and a solid understanding of grid codes and transmission operations. Remote work is supported with strong cross‑team collaboration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems focus.
• 5+ years in power systems engineering, with grid integration experience.
• Proficient in power system analysis software (PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD).
• Strong knowledge of grid codes and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform grid interconnection studies, including stability, fault level, and short circuit analysis for renewable energy projects.
• Develop technical specifications and requirements for grid connection equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with utility companies and grid operators to ensure compliance with interconnection standards and regulations.
• Analyze the impact of renewable energy generation on grid stability and identify mitigation strategies.
• Support the development of grid codes and standards related to renewable energy integration.
• Review and approve technical designs and proposals for grid interconnection infrastructure.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Grid integration experience

Analytical and communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems focus

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a skilled Grid Integration Engineer to join their remote engineering team, supporting the integration of renewable energy sources into the national grid. In this fully remote position, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the stability, reliability, and efficiency of power systems as more renewable capacity comes online. You will conduct technical studies, develop grid connection requirements, and collaborate with utility partners and project teams to facilitate the seamless integration of solar and wind projects. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer passionate about the transition to sustainable energy and skilled in power systems analysis to work from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform grid interconnection studies, including stability, fault level, and short circuit analysis for renewable energy projects.
• Develop technical specifications and requirements for grid connection equipment and systems.
• Collaborate with utility companies and grid operators to ensure compliance with interconnection standards and regulations.
• Analyze the impact of renewable energy generation on grid stability and identify mitigation strategies.
• Support the development of grid codes and standards related to renewable energy integration.
• Review and approve technical designs and proposals for grid interconnection infrastructure.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in power systems engineering, with specific experience in grid integration of renewable energy sources.
• Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD).
• Strong understanding of grid codes, transmission system operations, and power electronics for renewable energy.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and remote work benefits.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and professional development opportunities.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects shaping the future of the energy grid .
• A flexible, remote-first work culture focused on innovation and sustainability.