Remote Electrical Engineer for Smart Grid Innovations

Placements24; East London; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 invites an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead smart grid initiatives in a fully remote capacity. You will design, implement, and optimize digital-grid solutions that improve reliability, efficiency, and integration of distributed energy resources.

You should have a Master’s degree and 5–7 years in smart grid or utility automation, with strong knowledge of grid operations, data analysis, and protocols such as SCADA, DNP3, and IEC 61850.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 5–7 years of experience in smart grid technologies or utility automation.
• Strong understanding of grid operations and distributed energy resources.
• Experience with smart grid protocols and software platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electrical systems for smart grid applications.
• Analyze grid data to identify efficiency, reliability, and stability improvements.
• Implement and test technologies for grid modernization (SCADA, DNP3, IEC 61850).
• Collaborate with software developers and data scientists to integrate smart grid solutions.
• Develop technical specifications, implementation plans, and operational guidelines.
• Stay abreast of emerging trends and technologies in the smart grid and utility sector.

Skills

Data analysis

Remote work

Independent work

Problem-solving

Collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related field

Tools

SCADA

DNP3

IEC 61850

Job description

Placements24 invites an experienced Electrical Engineer to lead smart grid initiatives in a fully remote capacity. You will design, implement, and optimize digital-grid solutions that improve reliability, efficiency, and integration of distributed energy resources.

You should have a Master’s degree and 5–7 years in smart grid or utility automation, with strong knowledge of grid operations, data analysis, and protocols such as SCADA, DNP3, and IEC 61850.