Principal Electrical Engineer — Grid Modernization (Remote)

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development

Conference attendance

Advanced training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead grid modernization initiatives in a remote-first role across South Africa. You will shape technical direction for smart grid, AMI, and SCADA, while mentoring engineers and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

We require a Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering and 12+ years in power utilities, with PE registration preferred. You’ll drive design standards, budgeting, and timely delivery of high-impact projects from a home

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering required.
• Minimum 12 years in power utility or electricity distribution with grid modernization experience.
• Strong knowledge of smart grid, AMI, SCADA; leadership of complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning and technical design of grid modernization (smart grid, SCADA, distribution automation).
• Develop technical specifications, standards, and guidelines for new grid tech.
• Analyze grid performance, identify improvements, and propose solutions.
• Oversee AMI and smart metering implementation and integration.
• Collaborate with operations, IT, and asset management to ensure project execution.

Skills

Grid engineering

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Power systems analysis

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

PSS/E

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Electrical Engineer to lead grid modernization initiatives in a remote-first role across South Africa. You will shape technical direction for smart grid, AMI, and SCADA, while mentoring engineers and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

We require a Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering and 12+ years in power utilities, with PE registration preferred. You’ll drive design standards, budgeting, and timely delivery of high-impact projects from a home