Smart Grid Modernization Engineer - Hybrid & Impactful Role

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

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Professional development support

Competitive salary & benefits

Healthcare package

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Grid Modernization Specialist to advance Richards Bay's energy infrastructure by deploying smart grid tech, AMI, and DER integration. The role focuses on reliability, efficiency, and resilience within a hybrid work setup.

Applicants should have a strong power systems background, 5+ years in related fields, and expertise in data analysis, cyber security, and project leadership to drive grid modernization initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years in power systems engineering or smart grid tech.
• Knowledge of AMI, DER integration, and grid automation.
• Experience with data analysis and grid-related simulation tools.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity in energy infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement smart grid deployment and modernization strategies.
• Evaluate and integrate AMI, SCADA, and demand response platforms.
• Analyze grid performance data to improve reliability and efficiency.
• Collaborate with vendors, regulators, and internal teams on projects.
• Assess DER impacts and develop integration plans.
• Ensure compliance with grid modernization and cybersecurity standards.

Skills

Power systems

Grid modernization

Data analysis

DER integration

AMI integration

Cybersecurity basics

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SCADA

Network modeling tools

Simulation tools

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Grid Modernization Specialist to advance Richards Bay's energy infrastructure by deploying smart grid tech, AMI, and DER integration. The role focuses on reliability, efficiency, and resilience within a hybrid work setup.

Applicants should have a strong power systems background, 5+ years in related fields, and expertise in data analysis, cyber security, and project leadership to drive grid modernization initiatives.