Senior Electrical Engineer: Renewable Grid Integration

Placements24; Bloemfontein; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Hybrid work model

Annual leave

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineering Specialist in Bloemfontein, Free State, to lead Renewable Energy Integration projects. You will design and analyze electrical systems that connect solar, wind and storage to the grid, bridging traditional grids with modern energy technologies.

The role requires a Master's in Electrical Engineering, 7+ years of experience, expertise in power electronics and grid-tied inverters, and proficiency with PSS/E, PSCAD, and DIgSILENT.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, with a specialization in Power Systems or Renewable Energy.
• Minimum 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on renewable energy project design and grid integration.
• In-depth understanding of power electronics, grid-tied inverters, and energy storage systems.
• Experience with power system analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, PSCAD, DIgSILENT).
• Knowledge of South African grid codes and interconnection standards.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng.) registration is highly desirable.
• Experience with hybrid renewable energy systems is a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and engineer solutions for the seamless integration of renewable energy sources into the national grid.
• Conduct detailed technical studies, including grid impact assessments, interconnection studies, and stability analyses for renewable energy projects.
• Design and specify electrical balance of plant (BOP) for renewable energy installations, including inverters, transformers, switchgear, and protection systems.
• Evaluate and select appropriate energy storage solutions (e.g., batteries) for grid stabilization and optimization.
• Collaborate with grid operators, project developers, and equipment manufacturers to ensure successful project execution.
• Stay abreast of evolving renewable energy technologies, grid codes, and regulatory requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to renewable energy integration and grid connection.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and project documentation.

Skills

Power systems

Renewable energy

Grid stability analysis

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PSCAD

DIgSILENT

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an Electrical Engineering Specialist in Bloemfontein, Free State, to lead Renewable Energy Integration projects. You will design and analyze electrical systems that connect solar, wind and storage to the grid, bridging traditional grids with modern energy technologies.

The role requires a Master's in Electrical Engineering, 7+ years of experience, expertise in power electronics and grid-tied inverters, and proficiency with PSS/E, PSCAD, and DIgSILENT.