Remote Electrical Engineer - Power Systems

Placements24

Benoni

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000

Full time

3 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Competitive salary & bonuses

Autonomy in a fully remote role

Access to advanced simulation tools

Professional development resources

Impactful large-scale power projects

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a specialized Remote Electrical Engineer focused on Power Systems to join a globally distributed team. You will design, analyze, and optimize high-performance power systems for critical operations in a fully remote role.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems, 7+ years of experience, and proficiency in PSS/E, ETAP, or PSCAD. Strong remote collaboration and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems specialization.
7+ years of experience in design and analysis of electrical power systems.
Proficiency with PSS/E, ETAP or PSCAD.
Strong grasp of protection schemes, grid codes and power quality.
Experience with renewable energy integration is desirable.
Excellent remote collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Design and develop robust electrical power systems for generation, transmission and distribution.
Perform load flow, short circuit and transient stability studies.
Specify equipment such as transformers, switchgear and protective relays.
Ensure compliance with national and international standards.
Collaborate with project teams, utilities and stakeholders remotely.
Troubleshoot complex power system performance and reliability issues.

Skills

Power systems design

Load flow analysis

Protection schemes

Grid codes & power quality

Renewable energy integration

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

PSCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a specialized and experienced Remote Electrical Engineer focusing on Power Systems to join their globally distributed team. This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute your expertise from anywhere. You will be instrumental in the design, analysis, and optimization of high-performance power systems that are critical to our client's operations. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of power generation, distribution, and protection, with a proven ability to work autonomously and collaborate effectively in a virtual environment. This role offers the chance to work on complex, impactful projects that shape the future of energy infrastructure, driving innovation from your remote workspace.

Key Responsibilities

Design and develop robust electrical power systems, including generation, transmission, and distribution components.
Perform detailed load flow analysis , short circuit calculations, and transient stability studies.
Specify and select appropriate equipment such as transformers, switchgear, and protective relays.
Ensure compliance with national and international power system standards and regulations.
Collaborate with project teams, utilities, and stakeholders to integrate power systems seamlessly.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues related to power system performance and reliability.

Requirements

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
7+ years of experience in the design and analysis of electrical power systems.
Proficiency in power system simulation software such as PSS/E, ETAP, or PSCAD.
Thorough understanding of protection schemes , grid codes, and power quality.
Experience with renewable energy integration is highly desirable.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills for remote collaboration.

Benefits