Senior Power Systems Protection Engineer

Placements24; Polokwane; Sur place; ZAR 900 000 - 1 500 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Salary package

Medical aid plan

Pension fund

Performance-based bonuses

Professional development and training

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Power Systems Protection Engineer for an on-site role in Polokwane, Limpopo. You will design, analyze, and commission protection schemes to safeguard the electrical grid, including relay configurations and fault studies.

Extensive experience with PSS/E/ETAP and SEL/GE/ABB/Siemens relays is required. You will lead protection projects, mentor junior engineers, and ensure adherence to international standards while collaborating with operators and asset managers to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems specialization.
• Minimum 8 years of hands-on power system protection experience.
• Deep knowledge of protective relaying for transformers, lines, generators, and motors.
• Proficient with power system analysis tools such as PSS/E, ETAP, and ASPEN.
• Experience commissioning and field testing protection systems.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Design and implement protection schemes for transmission and distribution networks.
• Conduct fault analysis, stability, and coordination studies using standard software.
• Commission and test protective relays and related control systems.
• Develop protection system documentation including logic diagrams and settings.
• Provide technical guidance on protection design to project teams.
• Investigate disturbances, identify root causes, and propose fixes.
• Ensure compliance with national/international standards for protection.
• Collaborate with system operators and asset managers to optimize settings.
• Stay updated on new protection technologies and trends.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians in protection engineering.

Connaissances

Power systems protection

Fault analysis

Protection system design

Relaying principles

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Formation

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

Outils

PSS/E

ETAP

ASPEN

Protection relay knowledge (SEL/GE/ABB/Siemens)

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client, a vital contributor to the energy sector in South Africa, is seeking a highly experienced Senior Power Systems Protection Engineer for their operations based in Polokwane, Limpopo . This critical role involves ensuring the stability, reliability, and safety of the electrical grid through meticulous design, analysis, and commissioning of protection systems. You will be at the forefront of safeguarding the power network against faults and disturbances, utilizing advanced engineering principles and state-of-the-art technology. The successful candidate will possess a deep understanding of protective relaying schemes, fault analysis, and power system dynamics. This is an on-site position requiring dedicated commitment to maintaining the integrity of our nation's energy infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, specify, and implement protection schemes for transmission and distribution networks, substations, and generation facilities.
• Perform detailed fault analysis, stability studies, and coordination studies using industry-standard software.
• Commission and test protective relays and associated control systems to ensure proper operation.
• Develop and maintain protection system documentation, including logic diagrams, setting files, and commissioning reports.
• Provide technical expertise and guidance on protection system design and application to project teams and other stakeholders.
• Investigate and analyze power system disturbances, identifying root causes and recommending corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with relevant national and international standards and best practices for power system protection.
• Collaborate with system operators and asset managers to optimize protection settings and improve grid reliability.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in power system protection and control.
• Mentor junior engineers and technicians in the field of power system protection.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, specializing in Power Systems.
• A minimum of 8 years of hands-on experience in power system protection engineering.
• In-depth knowledge of protective relaying principles for various equipment (e.g., transformers, lines, generators, motors).
• Proficiency with power system simulation and analysis tools (e.g., PSS/E, ETAP, ASPEN).
• Experience with different types of protective relays (e.g., SEL, GE, ABB, Siemens) and their configuration.
• Strong understanding of AC power system theory, fault calculations, and stability concepts.
• Experience in commissioning and field testing of protection systems.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Professional Engineer (Pr. Eng) registration with ECSA is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Our client offers an attractive salary package, a comprehensive medical aid plan, a competitive pension fund, and substantial performance-based bonuses.
• We provide extensive opportunities for professional development, including specialized training courses, support for further education, and attendance at key industry conferences.
• This role offers significant career progression potential within a respected organization.
• Employees are entitled to generous annual leave and access to wellness initiatives.
• This is a stable, rewarding career opportunity for a dedicated protection engineer focused on ensuring the reliable operation of critical power infrastructure.