Senior Electrical Engineer - Grid Integration

Placements24; Durban; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Projects with renewables

Professional growth

Stable in-office role in Durban

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer with grid integration expertise to join our Durban team. You will lead interconnection studies, assess grid impact, and ensure compliance with international grid codes while collaborating with utilities and regulators.

The ideal candidate has a Master's in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems), 10+ years in electrical engineering with 5+ years in renewables grid integration, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• 10+ years in electrical engineering with 5+ years in grid integration (renewables preferred).
• Experience with power system modeling software and grid interconnection standards.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead design for interconnecting renewable projects to the national grid.
• Develop grid interconnection studies (power flow, short circuit, stability).
• Ensure compliance with grid codes and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with utilities, developers, and regulators on interconnection.
• Mentor engineers and drive best practices.

Skills

Power Systems

Grid Integration

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

PowerFactory

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled Senior Electrical Engineer with specialized expertise in grid integration to join their team in Durban. This critical role will focus on ensuring the stable and efficient integration of renewable energy sources into the national grid infrastructure. You will be involved in the technical assessment, planning, and execution of projects that connect diverse energy generation facilities to the power network. The ideal candidate possesses a deep understanding of power system dynamics, grid codes, and regulatory compliance, coupled with a passion for advancing sustainable energy solutions within KwaZulu-Natal.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the technical analysis and design for interconnecting renewable energy projects with the national electricity grid.
• Develop and review grid interconnection studies, including power flow, short circuit, and stability analyses.
• Ensure compliance with national and international grid codes, standards, and regulations.
• Collaborate with utility companies, project developers, and regulatory bodies on interconnection agreements and requirements.
• Provide expert technical input on grid stability, protection schemes, and power quality related to renewable energy integration.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to the continuous improvement of engineering practices.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Over 10 years of experience in electrical engineering, with at least 5 years focused on grid integration of power generation, preferably renewables.
• In-depth knowledge of power system modeling software (e.g., PSS/E, PowerFactory).
• Demonstrated experience with national and international grid codes and interconnection standards.
• Strong understanding of power system protection, control systems, and power electronics.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge renewable energy integration projects.
• Professional growth and development opportunities within a leading energy company.
• Stable, in-office work environment in Durban.
• Contribution to the vital infrastructure that powers the region.