Remote Grid Integration Engineer – Renewables

Placements24; Gauteng; Remote; ZAR 1,300,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is looking for a Remote Grid Integration Specialist for a leading South African energy infrastructure client. The role focuses on stable integration of renewable energy into the national grid, performed entirely remotely.

You will analyze grid stability, run studies (load flow, short-circuit, stability), ensure compliance with SA grid codes, and prepare regulatory reports. Seven-plus years in power systems engineering and expertise with PSS/E, PowerFactory DIgSILENT, and PSCAD are

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Power Systems focus.
• 7+ years in power system engineering, grid integration.
• Experience with PSS/E, PowerFactory DIgSILENT, PSCAD.
• Knowledge of SA grid codes and regulatory frameworks.
• Experience with energy storage integration is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently on remote projects.
• Excellent stakeholder management and clear technical communication.

Responsibilities

• Analyze renewable project impacts on the power grid.
• Develop and implement grid integration solutions for distributed and utility-scale resources.
• Ensure compliance with grid codes and interconnection standards.
• Collaborate with utility operators, developers, and engineering teams.
• Perform power system studies: load flow, short circuit, stability.
• Refine grid integration strategies and best practices.
• Provide technical guidance on grid connection challenges.
• Stay updated on grid tech, market trends, regulatory changes.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for regulators and stakeholders.

Skills

Power systems engineering

Grid integration

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Stakeholder management

Remote work capability

PSS/E

PowerFactory DIgSILENT

PSCAD

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

PowerFactory DIgSILENT

PSCAD

Job description

Placements24 is looking for a Remote Grid Integration Specialist for a leading South African energy infrastructure client. The role focuses on stable integration of renewable energy into the national grid, performed entirely remotely.

You will analyze grid stability, run studies (load flow, short-circuit, stability), ensure compliance with SA grid codes, and prepare regulatory reports. Seven-plus years in power systems engineering and expertise with PSS/E, PowerFactory DIgSILENT, and PSCAD are