Power Systems Engineer: Grid & Protection Expert

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a skilled Power Systems Engineer to design, analyze and maintain electrical power systems for robust grid performance. The role involves grid integration studies, protection coordination, and load forecasting to support reliable energy infrastructure in the North West province.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in power systems, with expertise in PSCAD/ETAP/PSS/E and a strong understanding of stability, protection, and control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in power systems engineering.
• Proficiency with power system analysis software such as PSCAD, ETAP, or PSS/E.
• Strong knowledge of power system stability, protection, and control principles.

Responsibilities

• Analyze power system performance, identify potential issues, and recommend solutions.
• Design and specify electrical power system components, including transformers, switchgear, and protection relays.
• Conduct load flow, short-circuit, and stability studies using specialized software.
• Develop and implement power system protection schemes and coordination studies.
• Ensure compliance with grid codes, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Collaborate with grid operators and other stakeholders on system planning and operations.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Load flow analysis

Protection coordination

Grid interconnection studies

Renewable energy integration

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems

Tools

PSCAD

ETAP

PSS/E

Job description

Placements24 in Mahikeng is seeking a skilled Power Systems Engineer to design, analyze and maintain electrical power systems for robust grid performance. The role involves grid integration studies, protection coordination, and load forecasting to support reliable energy infrastructure in the North West province.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in power systems, with expertise in PSCAD/ETAP/PSS/E and a strong understanding of stability, protection, and control.