Senior Principal Electrical Engineer – Power Systems (Hybrid)

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-leading remuneration package

Excellent retirement fund

Performance bonuses

Professional development opportunities

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Placements24 is recruiting a Principal Electrical Engineer - Power Systems for our Sandton, Gauteng office. This senior role leads design, analysis and implementation of complex power systems for major infrastructure projects, mentoring teams and guiding technical direction.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a Power Systems focus, at least 12 years of experience, and Pr.Eng. registration with ECSA.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering with Power Systems specialization
• 12+ years of progressive power systems experience with leadership
• Proven experience with power system analysis software (PSS/E, DIgSILENT PowerFactory, ETAP)
• PE registration (Pr. Eng.) with ECSA is mandatory
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making abilities

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical design and engineering of large-scale power systems (generation, transmission, distribution)
• Perform advanced power system studies (load flow, short circuit, stability, protection coordination) using specialized software
• Develop technical specifications, design documents and project execution plans
• Provide mentorship to electrical engineers and designers
• Oversee work of junior engineers and external consultants
• Serve as a key technical contact for clients, regulators and stakeholders
• Ensure designs comply with national and international standards and best practices
• Contribute technically to proposals and client engagements
• Stay abreast of advancements in power systems and recommend innovative solutions
• Manage project technical risks and ensure quality and safety

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

Master’s degree or PhD in Electrical Engineering

Tools

PSS/E

DIgSILENT PowerFactory

ETAP

Job description

Placements24 is recruiting a Principal Electrical Engineer - Power Systems for our Sandton, Gauteng office. This senior role leads design, analysis and implementation of complex power systems for major infrastructure projects, mentoring teams and guiding technical direction.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s or PhD in Electrical Engineering with a Power Systems focus, at least 12 years of experience, and Pr.Eng. registration with ECSA.