Senior Power Systems Design Engineer (Remote)

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Híbrido; ZAR 1.000.000 - 1.700.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Top-tier health insurance

Retirement savings plan

Home office stipend

Professional development courses

Flexible working hours

Descripción de la vacante

Placements24 seeks a Senior Power Systems Design Engineer to lead the design and optimization of high-voltage transmission and distribution systems on international projects. The role is fully remote.

You will perform advanced power system studies using PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD, and PowerFactory, ensuring protection, control, and stability while integrating renewables. Strong communication and independence are essential for success in a global team.

Formación

• Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with power systems specialization.
• 8+ years of experience in electrical power system design and analysis.
• Proficiency in power system simulation software (PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD, PowerFactory).
• In-depth knowledge of protection, control, and stability principles.
• Experience with renewable energy integration studies.
• PE or CEng status is an advantage.

Responsabilidades

• Lead design and development of HV transmission and distribution systems.
• Perform power system studies: load flow, short-circuit, stability, transients.
• Specify transformers, switchgear, relays, and cables.
• Create schematics, single-line diagrams, and protection coordination studies.
• Ensure designs meet IEC/IEEE standards and client requirements.
• Collaborate with remote multidisciplinary teams.
• Review designs and mentor junior engineers.
• Contribute to proposals and feasibility studies.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies in power systems.

Conocimientos

Power systems design

Power system analysis

Remote collaboration

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Educación

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems)

Herramientas

PSS/E

ETAP

PSCAD

PowerFactory

Descripción del empleo

Placements24 seeks a Senior Power Systems Design Engineer to lead the design and optimization of high-voltage transmission and distribution systems on international projects. The role is fully remote.

You will perform advanced power system studies using PSS/E, ETAP, PSCAD, and PowerFactory, ensuring protection, control, and stability while integrating renewables. Strong communication and independence are essential for success in a global team.