Senior Electrical Engineer - Renewable Integration

Placements24; Soweto; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,700,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Senior Electrical Engineer with a Renewable Integration focus to join our client’s Soweto team. You will design and implement electrical systems that integrate solar and wind into the grid, advancing stability and efficiency.

The role demands deep power systems expertise, hands-on experience with grid studies, and leadership to mentor junior engineers while collaborating with operators and stakeholders to meet interconnection standards.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a focus on Power Systems.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, with at least 4 years in renewable energy integration and grid studies.
• Proficiency with power system analysis software (PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD).
• Knowledge of grid codes and interconnection standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical systems for the integration of renewable energy projects into the grid.
• Perform detailed power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis.
• Develop technical specifications for grid interconnection equipment, protection schemes, and control systems.
• Collaborate with project teams, grid operators, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with interconnection standards.
• Oversee the commissioning and testing of integrated renewable energy systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineering staff.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Renewable energy integration

Grid studies

Leadership

Analytical skills

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

PSCAD

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly experienced Senior Electrical Engineer with a specialization in Renewable Integration to join their team in Soweto . This role is pivotal in designing and implementing electrical systems that seamlessly integrate renewable energy sources (solar, wind) into the existing grid infrastructure. You will be at the forefront of developing innovative solutions to enhance grid stability, reliability, and efficiency in the context of a rapidly evolving energy sector . The ideal candidate is a forward-thinking engineer with a proven track record in power systems engineering and a passion for driving the transition to clean energy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and engineer electrical systems for the integration of renewable energy projects into the grid.
• Perform detailed power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, and stability analysis.
• Develop technical specifications for grid interconnection equipment, protection schemes, and control systems.
• Collaborate with project teams, grid operators, and stakeholders to ensure compliance with interconnection standards.
• Oversee the commissioning and testing of integrated renewable energy systems.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior engineering staff.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, with a focus on Power Systems.
• 7+ years of progressive experience in electrical engineering, with at least 4 years focused on renewable energy integration and grid studies.
• In-depth knowledge of power system analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, PSCAD).
• Familiarity with grid codes, interconnection standards, and relevant regulatory frameworks.
• Strong understanding of control systems and protection engineering for renewables.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Benefits

• A leading industry salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge renewable energy projects .
• Continuous professional development and training opportunities.
• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Contribute significantly to the future of sustainable energy infrastructure .