Remote Senior Electrical Engineer, Distribution & Grids

Placements24; Upington; Hybrid; ZAR 1,493,000 - 2,156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement contributions

Professional development

Remote work environment

Online training and certifications

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer - Distribution Networks for a fully remote role focused on planning, design, operation, and maintenance of the electricity distribution network. The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and integration of new technologies across wide geographic areas.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in distribution engineering, network analysis, protection, and load forecasting, with proven ability to collaborate with internal teams and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Minimum of 6 years of experience in electrical distribution network engineering.
• Proficiency with distribution network analysis software (PSS SINCAL, CYME, ETAP).
• Understanding of protection and control systems for distribution networks.
• Experience with SCADA and distribution automation is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan, design, and optimize the electricity distribution network including substations, overhead lines and underground cables.
• Conduct load flow, fault level, and stability studies for the distribution system.
• Develop and implement strategies for network asset management, maintenance, and reliability.
• Oversee distribution automation and smart grid technologies implementation.
• Manage capital investment projects from feasibility to commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with safety, regulatory and environmental standards.
• Provide technical support to operations and maintenance teams.
• Analyze network performance data to identify improvements and risks.
• Collaborate with planning and protection engineers on network development.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies and best practices in distribution.

Skills

Analytical

Problem solving

Project management

Written and verbal communication

Independent remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS SINCAL

CYME

ETAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Electrical Engineer - Distribution Networks for a fully remote role focused on planning, design, operation, and maintenance of the electricity distribution network. The role emphasizes reliability, safety, and integration of new technologies across wide geographic areas.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in distribution engineering, network analysis, protection, and load forecasting, with proven ability to collaborate with internal teams and