Remote Lead Power Systems Analyst - Grid & Renewables

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 2,964,000 - 4,611,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health coverage

Home office allowance

Global exposure

Remote role

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Remote Lead Power Systems Analyst to drive advanced studies, model development, and grid optimization for diverse international projects. This role requires strong expertise in power systems and supervision of junior analysts.

You will analyze renewable integration and grid modernization, deliver technical reports, and collaborate with clients worldwide from a fully remote setup.

Qualifications

• Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• 8–10+ years of experience in power system analysis and simulation, with emphasis on renewable integration.
• Proficiency in industry-standard software such as PSS/E, PowerFactory, DIgSILENT, PSCAD.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex power system studies (load flow, short-circuit, transient stability, harmonic analysis).
• Develop, validate, and maintain detailed power system models using industry-standard software.
• Analyze impact of renewable energy, energy storage, and EV charging on grid performance.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Technical leadership

Remote collaboration

Education

Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PowerFactory DIgSILENT

PSCAD

DIgSILENT

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Remote Lead Power Systems Analyst to drive advanced studies, model development, and grid optimization for diverse international projects. This role requires strong expertise in power systems and supervision of junior analysts.

You will analyze renewable integration and grid modernization, deliver technical reports, and collaborate with clients worldwide from a fully remote setup.