Remote Senior Electrical Engineer: Smart Grid Modernization

Placements24; South Africa; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Home office stipend

Remote work benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Electrical Engineer to spearhead Grid Modernization initiatives. This fully remote role focuses on designing advanced solutions to improve reliability and efficiency of power grids, with collaboration across time zones.

You will evaluate new technologies, develop project specifications, and contribute to smart grid and sustainable energy integration nationwide, with a core link to the Eastern Cape region.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in power system engineering with focus on grid modernization and smart grid technologies.
• Proven experience with SCADA systems, substation automation, and DMS.
• Strong understanding of communication protocols used in the utility sector (DNP3, IEC 61850).
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects and collaborate effectively in a fully remote environment.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and implementation of smart grid technologies including metering, automation, and substation modernization.
• Develop technical specifications and requirements for grid modernization projects.
• Conduct power system studies and analyses to identify improvements and assess new tech impact.
• Collaborate remotely with utility engineers, project managers, and vendors.
• Evaluate and recommend innovative solutions for grid resilience, cybersecurity, and DER integration.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for stakeholders.
• Mentor junior engineers in a remote setting.

Skills

Remote collaboration

Project leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication

Mentoring

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

SCADA

Substation automation

DMS

DNP3

IEC 61850

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Remote Electrical Engineer to spearhead Grid Modernization initiatives. This fully remote role focuses on designing advanced solutions to improve reliability and efficiency of power grids, with collaboration across time zones.

You will evaluate new technologies, develop project specifications, and contribute to smart grid and sustainable energy integration nationwide, with a core link to the Eastern Cape region.