Senior Grid Integration Engineer (Renewables) – Remote

Placements24; George; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remuneration package

Performance bonuses

Medical aid

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Grid Integration Specialist in George, Western Cape, to drive the seamless integration of renewables into the national grid. You will lead analyses, develop strategies, and implement robust solutions to address stability and interconnection challenges.

The role requires a strong background in power systems, grid codes, and real-time monitoring, with leadership capabilities to mentor a team and collaborate with utilities and developers.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience in power system engineering, focused on grid integration of renewables.
• Demonstrated expertise in power system stability, grid codes, and interconnection standards.
• Experience with power system simulation software (PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory) and SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies for integrating renewable energy into the national grid.
• Conduct grid impact studies: stability, short-circuit, and load-flow analyses.
• Design and optimize control systems to meet grid code requirements.
• Collaborate with utilities and project developers for interconnection processes.
• Mentor and lead a team of grid integration engineers.

Skills

Grid integration

Power systems analysis

SCADA experience

Leadership

Communication

Education

Master's or PhD in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

SCADA software

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Lead Grid Integration Specialist in George, Western Cape, to drive the seamless integration of renewables into the national grid. You will lead analyses, develop strategies, and implement robust solutions to address stability and interconnection challenges.

The role requires a strong background in power systems, grid codes, and real-time monitoring, with leadership capabilities to mentor a team and collaborate with utilities and developers.