Remote Power Systems Engineer - Energy Storage

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health/dental/vision insurance

Fully remote

Home office allowance

Professional development

Cutting-edge energy projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly skilled Remote Power Systems Engineer focused on energy storage. You will design, analyze, and optimize advanced battery storage systems and microgrids from a fully remote setup, contributing to grid modernization and clean energy adoption.

The role requires 5+ years in power systems engineering with energy storage or renewables, expertise in BMS/PCS, and proficiency with PSS/E, ETAP, and MATLAB/Simulink.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering; Master's preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years in power systems engineering with energy storage or renewable integration.
• In-depth knowledge of Li-ion batteries, BMS, PCS, and microgrid architectures.
• Experience with power system simulation tools (PSS/E, ETAP, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Strong communication and ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer scalable ESS, including BMS and PCS.
• Develop specs, schematics, and control strategies for microgrids and hybrids.
• Perform system-level analysis including power flow, stability, and grid interconnection studies.
• Collaborate with hardware and software teams to integrate and test components.
• Provide remote technical support for deployed ESS installations worldwide.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and best practices in energy storage and grid modernization.

Skills

Power systems

Energy storage

Battery management (BMS)

Power conversion (PCS)

Microgrids

PSS/E

ETAP

MATLAB/Simulink

Control systems

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

PSS/E

ETAP

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Our client is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Remote Power Systems Engineer specializing in energy storage solutions . This is a fully remote position, allowing you to contribute from anywhere while joining a forward-thinking team focused on developing and deploying innovative energy systems. You will be instrumental in designing, analyzing, and optimizing the performance of advanced battery storage systems and microgrids, playing a key role in advancing sustainable energy infrastructure. This role is ideal for an engineer passionate about the future of energy, seeking autonomy and the opportunity to make a tangible impact on grid modernization and clean energy adoption, working in a collaborative virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer scalable energy storage systems (ESS), including battery management systems (BMS) and power conversion systems (PCS).
• Develop technical specifications, schematics, and control strategies for microgrids and hybrid power solutions.
• Perform system-level analysis, including power flow, stability, and grid interconnection studies.
• Collaborate with hardware and software development teams to integrate and test new power system components.
• Provide remote technical support and troubleshooting for deployed ESS installations worldwide.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry best practices in energy storage and grid modernization.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related discipline; Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in power systems engineering, with a focus on energy storage or renewable energy integration.
• In-depth knowledge of battery technologies (e.g., Li-ion), BMS, PCS, and microgrid architectures.
• Proficiency with power system simulation software (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, MATLAB/Simulink).
• Experience with control system design and implementation for power electronics.
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to work effectively in a remote team environment.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Flexible work hours and a fully remote working arrangement.
• Generous allowance for home office setup and professional development.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects shaping the future of the energy industry .