Senior Grid Operations Engineer (Remote)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote work arrangement

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work schedule

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Grid Operations Engineer to monitor and optimize the national power grid from a remote-enabled setup. You will analyze performance data, develop strategies for load management, and coordinate maintenance and upgrades across the network in collaboration with regulators and utility partners.

The role emphasizes renewable integration, grid stability, and response to disturbances, with a strong focus on analytical excellence and autonomous remote work capability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems specialization.
• 8+ years of experience in power system operations or grid planning within the energy sector.
• Strong knowledge of grid operations, protection schemes, and SCADA.
• Experience with power flow analysis, short-circuit calculations, and transient stability studies.
• Familiarity with renewable energy integration challenges and solutions.
• Analytical, problem-solving and communication skills; able to work autonomously in a remote setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time grid operations and analyze performance data.
• Develop plans to ensure grid stability during peak demand or disturbances.
• Plan and coordinate grid maintenance, upgrades, and new connection projects.
• Analyze renewable integration impact and manage intermittency for grid stability.
• Respond to grid emergencies and disturbances; support load shedding events.
• Collaborate with regulators, utility partners, and internal stakeholders for compliance.

Skills

Power systems

Grid operations

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Remote work capability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Tools

SCADA systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Grid Operations Engineer for a fully remote position, based remotely but supporting operations within the Centurion region and beyond. This role is essential for ensuring the stability, reliability, and efficiency of the power grid. You will be responsible for monitoring grid performance, analyzing operational data, and developing strategies to manage load, integrate renewable sources, and respond to disturbances. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the resilience of the national energy infrastructure from the comfort of your home office, working with a team dedicated to maintaining seamless power delivery across the country.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor real-time grid operations, analyze performance data, and identify potential issues or anomalies.
• Develop and implement operational plans and procedures to ensure grid stability and reliability, especially during peak demand or extreme weather events.
• Participate in the planning and coordination of grid maintenance, upgrades, and new connection projects.
• Analyze the impact of renewable energy integration and develop strategies to manage intermittency and grid stability.
• Respond to and manage grid emergencies, disturbances, and load shedding events.
• Collaborate with regulatory bodies, utility partners, and internal stakeholders to ensure compliance and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field with a specialization in power systems.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in power system operations, grid planning, or related fields within the energy industry .
• Strong knowledge of power system fundamentals, grid operations, protection schemes, and SCADA systems.
• Experience with power flow analysis, short-circuit calculations, and transient stability studies.
• Familiarity with renewable energy integration challenges and solutions.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to work autonomously in a remote setting .

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility and autonomy.
• Opportunities for professional development, advanced training, and certifications.
• Contribution to the stability and future of South Africa's national energy grid .
• Access to advanced grid monitoring and simulation tools.
• A culture that values expertise, collaboration, and continuous improvement in power system engineering .