Senior Electrical Grid Engineer — Hybrid, Growth & Impact

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical aid

Retirement fund

Annual bonuses

Training & conferences

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 requires a Senior Electrical Grid Engineer to join our client in Polokwane, focusing on planning, design, and operational integrity of transmission and distribution networks. You will ensure grid reliability, safety, and efficiency while guiding modernization efforts across Limpopo's energy infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has a strong power systems background, 7+ years of utility experience, and mastery of grid analysis tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.
• Master's degree in Power Systems Engineering preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in electrical utility grid engineering.
• Experience with ETAP, PSS/E, PSCAD.
• Knowledge of grid codes (NRS) and regulatory requirements.
• SCADA and substation automation experience advantageous.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.
• Limpopo energy sector experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform power flow, short circuit, and stability analyses.
• Design and upgrade substations and equipment.
• Develop grid protection specifications.
• Collaborate on future grid needs and expansion.
• Ensure compliance with codes and regulations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve grid issues.
• Oversee grid modernization projects including smart grid tech.
• Liaise with regulators, consultants, stakeholders.
• Provide guidance to junior engineers.
• Contribute to long-term grid investment plans.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's degree in Power Systems Engineering (preferred)

Tools

ETAP

PSS/E

PSCAD

Job description

Placements24 requires a Senior Electrical Grid Engineer to join our client in Polokwane, focusing on planning, design, and operational integrity of transmission and distribution networks. You will ensure grid reliability, safety, and efficiency while guiding modernization efforts across Limpopo's energy infrastructure.

The ideal candidate has a strong power systems background, 7+ years of utility experience, and mastery of grid analysis tools.