Remote Principal Grid Architect — Power Systems

Placements24; South Africa; A distancia; ZAR 1.200.000 - 1.900.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Medical aid

Life insurance

Retirement fund

Access to cutting-edge research

Conference participation

Leadership development programs

Remote work autonomy

Superior work-life balance

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Electrical Systems Architect to define the architectural vision for next-generation grid systems. This fully remote role invites collaboration with R&D, product managers, and engineering leads to shape the future of electrical grid technologies.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in electrical system design and architecture, deep knowledge of power systems, and familiarity with grid-management tools such as SCADA/EMS/DMS and PSCAD/EMTP-RV.

Formación

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering focusing on Power Systems.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in electrical system design and architecture.
• Deep knowledge of power system dynamics, control theory and protection schemes.
• Experience with grid-management systems (SCADA/EMS/DMS) and distributed generation.
• Proven ability to architect large-scale, complex systems and lead remote teams.
• Familiarity with PSCAD/EMTP-RV is beneficial.

Responsabilidades

• Define and architect complex electrical grid systems with modernization in mind.
• Develop high-level design specifications and roadmaps for grid control and automation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and their potential applications in grid projects.
• Collaborate with software teams to ensure seamless hardware-software integration.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship across multiple projects.
• Conduct feasibility studies and performance analyses for proposed designs.
• Represent the company in technical forums and document best practices.

Conocimientos

Power systems

Grid modernization

System architecture

Remote collaboration

Mentorship

Educación

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Herramientas

SCADA

EMS

DMS

PSCAD

EMTP-RV

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 is seeking a Principal Electrical Systems Architect to define the architectural vision for next-generation grid systems. This fully remote role invites collaboration with R&D, product managers, and engineering leads to shape the future of electrical grid technologies.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of experience in electrical system design and architecture, deep knowledge of power systems, and familiarity with grid-management tools such as SCADA/EMS/DMS and PSCAD/EMTP-RV.