Senior Grid Integration Engineer - Renewables (Upington)

Placements24; Upington; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Grid Integration Engineer for its Upington, Northern Cape team to lead grid studies and interconnection design for renewables. You will ensure compliance with grid codes and coordinate with operators and equipment manufacturers.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in power systems, hands-on experience with ETAP, PSS/E or DIgSILENT, and strong analytical and communication skills to manage complex interconnection projects in the energy sector.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems specialization.
• Minimum 6 years of experience in power systems engineering, focusing on grid integration.
• Proficient with ETAP, PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Strong knowledge of grid codes and interconnection standards.
• Experience with PV/wind and energy storage is a plus.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills.
• Able to work independently and in a team in Upington.

Responsibilities

• Perform power system studies (load flow, short circuit, stability, harmonic) to assess renewable energy impact.
• Develop technical specifications and designs for grid interconnection facilities (substations, transmission lines).
• Ensure compliance with grid codes, standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with grid operators, developers, and equipment manufacturers for interconnection.
• Model renewable energy systems and their interaction with the grid.
• Troubleshoot grid connection and power quality issues.
• Contribute to grid integration strategies and best practices.
• Review and approve interconnection applications and designs.
• Provide technical guidance to project teams throughout the lifecycle.
• Stay updated on grid technologies, energy storage, and smart grid solutions.

Skills

Power systems

Grid integration

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

ETAP

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Grid Integration Engineer for its Upington, Northern Cape team to lead grid studies and interconnection design for renewables. You will ensure compliance with grid codes and coordinate with operators and equipment manufacturers.

The ideal candidate has 6+ years in power systems, hands-on experience with ETAP, PSS/E or DIgSILENT, and strong analytical and communication skills to manage complex interconnection projects in the energy sector.