Senior Grid Integration Engineer — On-Site Leader

Placements24; Kempton Park; On-site; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance-based bonus

Private medical insurance

Provident fund

Professional development opportunities

Conference participation

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Lead Electrical Engineer specializing in Grid Integration to join our client’s on-site operations in Tembisa, Gauteng. This senior role leads technical direction for connecting diverse energy sources to the national grid and ensures system stability and compliance.

You will supervise design, perform power system studies, manage projects and teams, and liaise with grid operators and regulators. Pr. Eng. registration is desirable; travel to sites is required.

Qualifications

• B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering from a recognised university.
• At least 10 years of professional electrical engineering experience, with 5+ years in power systems and grid integration.
• Experience with power system analysis software and knowledge of grid codes and protection schemes.
• Pr. Eng. registration with ECSA is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and engineering for grid integration of renewable energy projects.
• Develop technical specs for grid connection equipment including transformers and protection systems.
• Perform power system studies: load flow, short circuit, and transient stability.
• Ensure compliance with grid codes and industry standards.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and testing of electrical infrastructure.
• Provide expert technical support and troubleshooting for grid issues.
• Manage engineering teams and contractors on project sites.
• Liaise with grid operators, regulators, and other stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic grid development planning and mentor junior staff.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Communication

Ability to work under pressure

Education

B.Eng. or B.Sc. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

PowerFactory

DIgSILENT

Job description

Placements24 in South Africa seeks a Lead Electrical Engineer specializing in Grid Integration to join our client’s on-site operations in Tembisa, Gauteng. This senior role leads technical direction for connecting diverse energy sources to the national grid and ensures system stability and compliance.

You will supervise design, perform power system studies, manage projects and teams, and liaise with grid operators and regulators. Pr. Eng. registration is desirable; travel to sites is required.