Senior Grid Integration Engineer - Remote Focus

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

Benefits offered by this job

Salary and bonus structure

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Grid Integration Engineer to join a fully remote team, focusing on connecting renewable energy sources to the national grid. You will analyze grid infrastructure, develop interconnection studies, and provide expert guidance on power systems engineering for large-scale projects.

The role requires deep knowledge of grid codes, regulatory requirements, and experience with interconnection processes across jurisdictions.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems specialization.
• 8+ years' experience in grid integration or power systems analysis.
• Experience with PSS/E, PSLF, and DigSilent PowerFactory.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed grid interconnection studies including stability, fault current, and protection coordination analysis.
• Develop and review technical specifications for grid connection equipment and systems for renewable energy projects.
• Ensure compliance with grid codes, standards, and regulatory requirements across jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with utility companies, system operators, and project teams to facilitate approvals and commissioning.
• Provide expert technical support on power systems challenges related to grid integration.
• Stay updated on grid technologies, energy storage, and their impact on grid stability.

Skills

Power Systems Analysis

Grid Interconnection

Regulatory Knowledge

Analytical Thinking

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

PSLF

DigSilent PowerFactory

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a highly skilled Senior Grid Integration Engineer to join their fully remote team. This role is central to ensuring the seamless and stable connection of renewable energy sources to the national grid. You will be responsible for analyzing grid infrastructure, developing interconnection studies, and providing technical expertise to facilitate the integration of new energy projects. This position requires a deep understanding of power systems engineering, grid codes, and regulatory requirements. You will collaborate with a distributed team of experts, contributing to the development of sustainable energy solutions on a large scale. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer to make a significant impact from a remote work setting .

Key Responsibilities

• Perform detailed grid interconnection studies , including stability, fault current, and protection coordination analysis.
• Develop and review technical specifications for grid connection equipment and systems for renewable energy projects .
• Ensure compliance with relevant grid codes, standards, and regulatory requirements across different jurisdictions.
• Collaborate with utility companies, system operators, and project development teams to facilitate smooth project approvals and commissioning.
• Provide expert technical support and guidance on power systems engineering challenges related to grid integration.
• Stay updated on advancements in grid technologies, energy storage, and their impact on grid stability and integration.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in grid integration , power systems analysis, or similar.
• In-depth knowledge of power flow, transient stability, and fault analysis software (e.g., PSS/E, PSLF, DigSilent PowerFactory).
• Experience with the technical aspects of integrating variable renewable energy sources (solar, wind) into the grid.
• Familiarity with international grid codes and utility interconnection processes.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, suitable for a fully remote , collaborative environment.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and bonus structure.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holidays.
• Budget for professional development, conferences, and training.
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge grid modernization initiatives remotely.