Remote Grid Modernization Lead: Smart Tech & Reliability

Placements24

Johannesburg

Hybrid

ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Remote salary
Health benefits
Retirement plan
Flexible hours
Home office stipend
Paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Grid Modernization Specialist to drive strategic roadmaps for upgrading electrical grids using smart grid technologies. You will analyze existing infrastructure, integrate AMI/SCADA/DMS/EMS systems, and collaborate with remote teams to deliver complex modernization projects.

The role requires deep power systems expertise, regulatory insight, and a data-driven approach to improving grid reliability and efficiency while supporting the energy transition on a fully

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with power systems focus.
  • Strong background in power systems engineering and grid modernization.
  • Experience with smart grid tech and regulatory landscapes helpful.

Responsibilities

  • Develop strategic roadmaps for grid modernization initiatives including smart grid tech.
  • Analyze existing grid infrastructure and recommend solutions.
  • Evaluate AMI, SCADA, and distribution automation integration.
  • Assess DER impacts and develop integration strategies.
  • Collaborate with remote teams for project execution.
  • Engage with utilities, vendors, and regulators.
  • Conduct cost-benefit analyses for modernization projects.
  • Develop technical specs and performance requirements.
  • Monitor grid metrics for reliability improvements.
  • Stay updated on trends in smart grid technology.

Skills

Power systems
Grid modernization
AMI
SCADA
DMS
EMS
Grid automation
Regulatory knowledge
Remote work

Education

Master's in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AMI
SCADA
DMS
EMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Grid Modernization Specialist to drive strategic roadmaps for upgrading electrical grids using smart grid technologies. You will analyze existing infrastructure, integrate AMI/SCADA/DMS/EMS systems, and collaborate with remote teams to deliver complex modernization projects.

The role requires deep power systems expertise, regulatory insight, and a data-driven approach to improving grid reliability and efficiency while supporting the energy transition on a fully

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