Power Systems Electrical Engineer
Placements24
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Job summary
Placements24 is seeking an experienced Power Systems Electrical Engineer to join our team in Upington. You will analyze, design, and optimize electrical power systems for grid infrastructure, power generation, and distribution networks.
The role requires strong knowledge of power system dynamics and a commitment to advancing energy infrastructure in the Upington area. You will perform load flow, short circuit, and stability studies, design substations, develop protection schemes, analyze power
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
- Extensive experience in the analysis and design of electrical power systems.
- Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD).
- Strong understanding of power generation, transmission, and distribution principles.
Responsibilities
- Perform load flow, short circuit, and stability studies for power systems.
- Design and specify electrical components for substations, transmission, and distribution lines.
- Develop protection schemes and coordinate relays for power system equipment.
- Analyze power quality issues and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Collaborate with grid operators and other stakeholders on system planning and operation.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
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Job description
Our client is seeking an experienced Power Systems Electrical Engineer to join their team in Upington. This role focuses on the analysis, design, and optimization of electrical power systems, ensuring reliability, efficiency, and safety. You will be involved in projects related to grid infrastructure, power generation, and distribution networks. This is a key position for an engineer with a strong understanding of power system dynamics and a commitment to advancing energy infrastructure in the Upington area.
- Perform load flow, short circuit, and stability studies for power systems.
- Design and specify electrical components for substations, transmission, and distribution lines.
- Develop protection schemes and coordinate relays for power system equipment.
- Analyze power quality issues and recommend solutions for improvement.
- Collaborate with grid operators and other stakeholders on system planning and operation.
- Ensure compliance with all relevant electrical codes, standards, and regulations.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
- Extensive experience in the analysis and design of electrical power systems.
- Proficiency in power system analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD).
- Strong understanding of power generation, transmission, and distribution principles.
- Knowledge of protective relaying and system protection strategies.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Highly competitive salary and performance bonuses.
- Comprehensive health, life, and disability insurance.
- Significant opportunities for professional growth and advanced training.
- Contribution to critical energy infrastructure projects in Upington .
- Collaborative and innovative engineering culture.
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