Power Systems Engineer

Network2; Cape Town; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Network2 is seeking a Power Systems Engineer to perform power system studies, network analysis, substation design support, and grid integration assessments for utilities, renewables developers, and industrial clients.

The role requires 3–10 years of experience, a BEng/BSc in Electrical Engineering, and proficiency with DIgSILENT, ETAP, and PSS/E. Strong analytical skills and documentation quality are essential to optimize transmission and distribution networks.

Qualifications

• 3-10 years' power systems engineering experience.
• Experience with power system analysis software (DIgSILENT, ETAP, PSS/E).
• Knowledge of transmission and distribution networks.
• Experience conducting load flow, short circuit, and protection studies.
• Understanding of renewable energy integration.
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent technical documentation capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies, network analysis, substation design support, and grid integration assessments.
• Collaborate with utilities, renewable energy developers, and industrial clients to optimize performance and reliability.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Load flow analysis

Short circuit analysis

Protection studies

Renewable integration

Analytical skills

Technical documentation

Transmission networks

Distribution networks

Education

BEng/BSc Electrical Engineering

Specialization in Power Systems preferred

Tools

DIgSILENT

ETAP

PSS/E

Job description

Join an industry-leading organization seeking a skilled Power Systems Engineer to contribute to critical power infrastructure and renewable energy projects. This opportunity offers excellent career growth within a technically advanced environment.

Job & Company Description:

As a Power Systems Engineer, you will perform power system studies, network analysis, substation design support, and grid integration assessments. You will work closely with utilities, renewable energy developers, and industrial clients to optimize power system performance and reliability.

Education:

• BEng/BSc Electrical Engineering
• Specialization in Power Systems preferred

Job Experience & Skills Required:

• 3-10 years' power systems engineering experience
• Experience with power system analysis software (DIgSILENT, ETAP, PSS/E)
• Knowledge of transmission and distribution networks
• Experience conducting load flow, short circuit, and protection studies
• Understanding of renewable energy integration
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Excellent technical documentation capabilities