Senior Grid Integration Engineer, Renewable Energy

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

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Grid Integration Specialist in the Soweto, Gauteng region to drive the seamless incorporation of renewable energy into South Africa's national grid. You will analyze grid stability, interconnection standards, and power system studies, collaborating with grid operators and project developers to shape policy and infrastructure.

The role requires a Master’s in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems), 6+ years in power systems analysis or grid integration, and proficiency

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems Engineering.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in power systems analysis, grid operations, or renewable energy grid integration.
• Proven experience with power system modeling software (e.g., PSS/E, PowerFactory DIgSILENT, ETAP).
• In-depth knowledge of renewable energy technologies, their characteristics, and integration challenges.
• Strong understanding of grid codes, interconnection standards, and power system stability principles.
• Experience working with South African grid codes and regulatory environments is essential.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration with ECSA is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with energy storage systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Analyze the impact of renewable energy generation on grid stability, power quality, and system security.
• Develop and implement strategies for the effective integration of variable renewable energy sources.
• Interpret and ensure compliance with national and international grid codes and interconnection standards.
• Conduct power system studies, including load flow, short circuit, stability, and harmonic analysis.
• Collaborate with grid operators, utilities, and project developers on interconnection requirements and approvals.
• Provide technical guidance on the design of grid connection infrastructure for renewable energy projects.
• Evaluate emerging grid technologies and their potential application.
• Prepare technical reports, specifications, and recommendations for grid integration solutions.
• Support the development of grid connection policies and regulatory frameworks.
• Participate in project planning and risk assessment related to grid integration challenges.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Grid operations

Renewable energy integration

Analytical skills

Report writing

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

PowerFactory DIgSILENT

ETAP

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Grid Integration Specialist in the Soweto, Gauteng region to drive the seamless incorporation of renewable energy into South Africa's national grid. You will analyze grid stability, interconnection standards, and power system studies, collaborating with grid operators and project developers to shape policy and infrastructure.

The role requires a Master’s in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems), 6+ years in power systems analysis or grid integration, and proficiency