Power Systems Protection Engineer

Placements24; Mtubatuba Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal seeks a Power Systems Protection Engineer to design and implement protection schemes for substations, transmission lines, and generation facilities, ensuring grid reliability and safety.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) with at least 6 years of experience, strong fault analysis skills, and proficiency with protection relaying technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in power system protection engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of protection principles, relaying schemes, and fault calculations.
• Experience with power system simulation and analysis software.
• Familiarity with various types of protective relays and their applications.
• Understanding of substation design and equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Must be legally eligible to work in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal.

Responsibilities

• Design and apply protection schemes for transmission and distribution systems, including substations and power plants.
• Select, configure, and test protective relays (e.g., SEL, GE, ABB).
• Perform fault analysis and system studies using specialized software (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP).
• Develop and maintain protection system settings and documentation.
• Conduct commissioning and in-service testing of protection systems.
• Investigate and analyze system disturbances and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with national and international power system protection standards.
• Collaborate with design engineers and field personnel on protection system aspects of new projects.
• Provide technical expertise and support for protection system maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices in power system protection.

Skills

Power system protection

Fault analysis

Relays knowledge

Analytical thinking

Technical reporting

Education

B.Eng Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

Protection relays (SEL, GE, ABB)

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a key player in the energy sector, is seeking a dedicated Power Systems Protection Engineer to join their vital operations in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal**. This role is critical for ensuring the reliability and safety of the electrical grid by designing, implementing, and maintaining protection schemes for high-voltage equipment. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of power system dynamics, fault analysis, and protection relaying technologies. You will be responsible for protecting substations, transmission lines, and generation facilities from electrical faults and ensuring system stability. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the security and efficiency of the power infrastructure in a significant industrial region. Our client is committed to operational excellence and grid resilience, making this role essential to their mission. We are looking for an engineer who can meticulously analyze system behavior and develop robust protection strategies. The position demands strong technical acumen, analytical skills, and a commitment to upholding stringent safety protocols. You will work closely with grid operations, asset management, and project teams to safeguard critical electrical assets.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and apply protection schemes for transmission and distribution systems, including substations and power plants.
• Select, configure, and test protective relays (e.g., SEL, GE, ABB).
• Perform fault analysis and system studies using specialized software (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP).
• Develop and maintain protection system settings and documentation.
• Conduct commissioning and in-service testing of protection systems.
• Investigate and analyze system disturbances and recommend corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with national and international power system protection standards.
• Collaborate with design engineers and field personnel on protection system aspects of new projects.
• Provide technical expertise and support for protection system maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Stay updated on new technologies and best practices in power system protection.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in power system protection engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of protection principles, relaying schemes, and fault calculations.
• Experience with power system simulation and analysis software.
• Familiarity with various types of protective relays and their applications.
• Understanding of substation design and equipment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team and independently.
• Must be legally eligible to work in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal**.

Benefits

• Attractive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive medical aid plan.
• Contribution to a provident fund.
• Annual performance bonuses.
• Generous leave allowance.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional development in **Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal**.
• Company-provided accommodation assistance may be available.