Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer - Grid Modernization

Placements24; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Pension fund

CPD opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer to oversee design, analysis, and implementation of high-voltage power networks for major industrial and utility projects. You will mentor a team of engineers, drive power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, transient stability), and ensure compliance with safety standards while coordinating with clients and regulators.

You will lead and coordinate project work across multidisciplinary teams, maintain technical

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Power Engineering from an accredited university.
• Minimum of 10 years of professional experience in electrical power system design, analysis, and operation.
• Experience with power system simulation software such as PSS/E, ETAP, DigSILENT PowerFactory, or equivalent.
• Deep understanding of power system stability, protection engineering, and grid codes.
• Proven experience in leading engineering teams and managing complex power system projects.
• Excellent problem-solving capabilities and strategic thinking.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence and guide technical teams.
• Pr.Eng registration with ECSA is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for the design and analysis of electrical power systems.
• Develop and review detailed power system studies including load flow, short-circuit analysis, and transient stability.
• Design and specify high-voltage equipment, substations, transmission lines, and distribution networks.
• Oversee the development of protection schemes, relay settings, and coordination studies.
• Mentor and train junior and mid-level engineers.
• Collaborate with clients, regulatory bodies, and internal project teams.
• Conduct site visits for project oversight and commissioning support.
• Develop and maintain technical standards and best practices for power system engineering.
• Prepare technical reports, proposals, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Manage multiple projects concurrently to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Lead engineering teams

Power system design & analysis

Mentoring engineers

Client collaboration

Problem solving

Regulatory & safety awareness

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Power Engineering

Pr.Eng registration with ECSA

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

DigSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Placements24 in Gauteng seeks a Lead Electrical Power Systems Engineer to oversee design, analysis, and implementation of high-voltage power networks for major industrial and utility projects. You will mentor a team of engineers, drive power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, transient stability), and ensure compliance with safety standards while coordinating with clients and regulators.

You will lead and coordinate project work across multidisciplinary teams, maintain technical