Real-Time Grid Operations Engineer: Power Systems & Reliability

Placements24; Rustenburg; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Medical insurance

Pension plan

Training programs

Career progression

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a skilled Grid Operations Engineer to maintain stability and efficiency of the Rustenburg area grid. You will monitor performance in real-time, respond to disturbances, and implement strategies to ensure reliable power delivery.

Responsibilities include real-time control, disturbance response, data analysis for reliability, and coordination with dispatchers and field crews. Excellent growth in a challenging energy utility environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems specialization is required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in power system operations or grid control.
• Strong understanding of power system dynamics, load flow and fault analysis.
• Proficiency with SCADA systems and related grid management tools.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control the power grid in real-time, ensuring limits and standards are met.
• Respond promptly to disturbances and emergencies to restore stability.
• Analyze grid performance data to optimize power flow and reliability.
• Coordinate with dispatchers and field crews for maintenance and restoration.

Skills

Grid operations

Real-time monitoring

Decision making under pressure

Clear communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

SCADA

Grid management software

Job description

Placements24 seeks a skilled Grid Operations Engineer to maintain stability and efficiency of the Rustenburg area grid. You will monitor performance in real-time, respond to disturbances, and implement strategies to ensure reliable power delivery.

Responsibilities include real-time control, disturbance response, data analysis for reliability, and coordination with dispatchers and field crews. Excellent growth in a challenging energy utility environment awaits.