Grid Modernization Leader - Senior Engineer (Pretoria)

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Retirement benefits

Training & conferences

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Grid Modernization Engineer for Pretoria, Gauteng. You will drive planning, design, and implementation of grid modernization initiatives to upgrade the national grid, enhance reliability, and enable renewable energy integration.

Lead projects on smart grid tech, AMI, SCADA, and distribution automation, while mentoring engineers and coordinating with regulators to ensure compliant delivery.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering; master's preferred.
• 8+ years in power systems engineering with grid modernization focus.
• Experience with SCADA, AMI, DA and grid protection schemes.
• Knowledge of IEEE, IEC, NIST standards for smart grids.
• Proven ability to manage complex technical projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead grid modernization projects focusing on smart grid tech and automation.
• Assess existing grid infrastructure and propose modernization solutions.
• Design AMI, DA, and SCADA systems and oversee testing/commissioning.
• Conduct grid impact studies and DER integration strategies.
• Mentor junior engineers and ensure project timelines and budgets.

Skills

Grid modernization

SCADA systems

AMI

Distribution automation

Protection schemes

Power flow analysis

Load forecasting

Grid stability

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Senior Grid Modernization Engineer for Pretoria, Gauteng. You will drive planning, design, and implementation of grid modernization initiatives to upgrade the national grid, enhance reliability, and enable renewable energy integration.

Lead projects on smart grid tech, AMI, SCADA, and distribution automation, while mentoring engineers and coordinating with regulators to ensure compliant delivery.