Senior Power Systems Analyst — Hybrid Grid Planning (Polokwane)

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Benefits package

Hybrid work model

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks a Power Systems Analyst to model, analyze, and forecast the national grid, ensuring stability and reliability through advanced simulations. You will work with engineers and regulators to support critical planning decisions in a hybrid work setting.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in power systems, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency with industry tools, contributing to robust grid operation and policy-aligned reports.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a Power Systems specialization.
• 5+ years of power system analysis, grid planning, or operations experience.
• Proficient with PSS/E or DIgSILENT PowerFactory.
• Strong analytical and communication skills for complex technical information.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain power system models for load flow, short circuit, and dynamic studies.
• Analyze grid performance, identify constraints, and assess impact of new generation/transmission projects.
• Conduct contingency analysis and reliability assessments for grid security and robustness.
• Develop and recommend operational strategies and planning solutions.
• Collaborate with grid operators, engineers, and regulators on system planning and requirements.
• Prepare technical reports and documentation for internal and external stakeholders.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Grid planning

Forecasting

Education

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

Tools

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

Job description

Placements24 in Polokwane seeks a Power Systems Analyst to model, analyze, and forecast the national grid, ensuring stability and reliability through advanced simulations. You will work with engineers and regulators to support critical planning decisions in a hybrid work setting.

Ideal candidates bring 5+ years in power systems, strong analytical abilities, and proficiency with industry tools, contributing to robust grid operation and policy-aligned reports.