Remote Electrical Systems Engineer – Smart Grids & DERs Expert

Placements24; Upington; Híbrido; ZAR 900.000 - 1.300.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health insurance

Remote work stipend

Professional development budget

Global project exposure

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Electrical Systems Engineer to design, develop, and optimize electrical systems for smart grids and distributed energy resources. You will work remotely from anywhere in South Africa, collaborating with international teams to improve grid efficiency and renewable integration.

The role requires a strong background in power systems, DERs, and microgrids, with at least six years of relevant experience and a track record of delivering complex projects

Formación

• Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems or Control Systems.
• 6+ years in electrical systems engineering with focus on grid modernization, smart grids or renewable integration.
• Expertise in power system modeling, simulation, and analysis tools.
• Solid understanding of control theory applied to power systems.
• Experience with distributed energy resources (DERs) and microgrids is highly desirable.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proven ability to work independently and manage multiple projects remotely.
• Strong written and verbal communication for international collaboration.

Responsabilidades

• Design and optimize electrical systems for smart grid applications, including distributed generation and energy storage.
• Develop and implement control strategies for grid stability and load balancing.
• Analyze grid data to identify performance bottlenecks and areas for improvement.
• Utilize simulation tools to model and test system designs.
• Collaborate with software developers and hardware engineers to integrate system solutions.
• Prepare technical documentation, including design specifications, reports, and presentations.
• Contribute to research and development of new grid technologies and methodologies.
• Ensure designs comply with international standards and best practices for grid operation.
• Provide technical support to operations teams and stakeholders as needed.

Conocimientos

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Communication skills

Remote work independence

Educación

Master's or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems or Control Systems

Herramientas

PSCAD

DIgSILENT

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Electrical Systems Engineer to design, develop, and optimize electrical systems for smart grids and distributed energy resources. You will work remotely from anywhere in South Africa, collaborating with international teams to improve grid efficiency and renewable integration.

The role requires a strong background in power systems, DERs, and microgrids, with at least six years of relevant experience and a track record of delivering complex projects