Remote Senior Power Systems Control Engineer Grid Stability

Placements24; Mbombela (Nelspruit); Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health, dental, and view

Generous paid time off

Retirement savings plan with company匹配

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Power Systems Control Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, develop, and implement advanced control algorithms for power grids, renewables, and energy storage, working in a self-directed, remote-first environment.

The position requires 8+ years of experience in power systems control, with expertise in real-time control, SCADA/PLC environments, and software tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD, and Python.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems Control.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in power systems control engineering.
• Proven expertise in real-time control systems for power grids, DERs, or energy storage.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement advanced control algorithms for power systems.
• Develop real-time control software for grid-connected systems including renewables and storage.
• Analyze power system dynamics and stability to ensure reliable operation.
• Collaborate with hardware engineers and system architects to integrate control systems.
• Develop simulation models and conduct testing to validate control performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in power system control and automation.
• Stay current with advancements in power system control technologies, including AI/ML.

Skills

Real-time control design

Power systems analysis

Remote collaboration

Analytical problem-solving

Education

Master's/PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems Control)

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

PSCAD

Python

SCADA

PLC

DNP3

Modbus

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Power Systems Control Engineer for a fully remote role. You will design, develop, and implement advanced control algorithms for power grids, renewables, and energy storage, working in a self-directed, remote-first environment.

The position requires 8+ years of experience in power systems control, with expertise in real-time control, SCADA/PLC environments, and software tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, PSCAD, and Python.