Lead Power Systems Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 2,500,000 - 3,833,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lead global projects

Fully remote

Health coverage

Development budget

Executive salary

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Power Systems Engineer to join a distributed, high-performing team. This role focuses on strategic planning, design, and optimization of robust power systems for critical infrastructure and large-scale energy projects in a fully remote capacity.

You will guide technical direction, manage complex analyses, and collaborate with international stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables while mentoring a global team of engineers.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering with focus on Power Systems.
• 10+ years in power systems engineering, including design, analysis and project management.
• Experience leading teams and multi-stakeholder projects.
• Strong understanding of grid interconnection and renewable integration.

Responsibilities

• Lead conceptual design and detailed engineering of complex power systems.
• Perform load flow, transient stability, fault analysis, protection coordination.
• Develop technical specs for power system equipment and infrastructure.
• Provide technical leadership to a global team of power engineers.
• Ensure designs comply with international codes and best practices.
• Collaborate with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to define requirements.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Team leadership

Remote collaboration

Analytical skills

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Lead Power Systems Engineer to join their distributed, high-performing team. This role is critical for the strategic planning, design, and optimization of robust power systems supporting critical infrastructure and large-scale energy projects. You will guide the technical direction, manage complex analyses, and collaborate with international stakeholders in a fully remote capacity. This is an unparalleled opportunity for a leader in power systems engineering to make a significant impact on energy solutions from anywhere, working with state-of-the-art technology and driving advancements in grid stability and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the conceptual design and detailed engineering of complex power systems, including generation, transmission, and distribution networks.


• Perform advanced power system studies, such as load flow, transient stability, fault analysis, and protection coordination.


• Develop technical specifications for power system equipment and infrastructure.


• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a global team of power engineers.


• Ensure designs and solutions comply with international codes, standards, and best practices.


• Collaborate with clients, regulators, and stakeholders to define project requirements and deliverables.

Requirements

• Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, with a focus on Power Systems.


• 10+ years of comprehensive experience in power systems engineering, including design, analysis, and project management.


• Expert proficiency in industry-standard power system simulation software (e.g., PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP).


• Demonstrated experience in leading engineering teams and managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects.


• Deep understanding of grid interconnection standards, renewable energy integration, and grid modernization initiatives.


• Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for a fully remote context.

Benefits

• Executive-level annual salary and comprehensive bonus structure.


• Completely remote role, offering maximum autonomy and flexibility.


• Premium health, dental, and vision coverage.


• Significant budget for continuous professional development and cutting-edge training.


• Chance to lead critical projects in the evolving landscape of global energy infrastructure.