154 Power Systems jobs in South Africa

• MSc, MEng. or BEng, BSc. degree in Electrical Engineering / Electrical Power Systems or similar
• Experienced in the design and delivery of HV electrical systems
• Experienced in modelling and analysis of HV electrical networks.
• Hands-on knowledge of at least two major power system analysis software: Digsilent PowerFactory, PSS/e, Matlab, PSCAD and RSCAD.
• Familiar with relevant electrical codes and standards within the T&D environment
• Familiar with transmission network planning
• Preparing functional specification of equipment

Reference: JHB003752-KC-1

A JSE-listed client in Pretoria requires the expertise of a qualified Engineer specializing in Electrical power systems.

• Lead, implement, and manage the maintenance strategy.
• Implement and manage an engineering asset life cycle management system.
• Develop and review operations and maintenance policies and procedures for improved operational efficiency.
• Develop, review, and enhance the engineering asset assessment system.
• Identify and compile operational training material.
• Approve designs for building specifications and new technology implementations, including applicable factory acceptance testing.
• Manage equipment/plant condition reports.
• Manage new contracts with equipment instructions, outlining OEM requirements, and maintenance strategies.
• Manage the database in SAP through master data.
• Perform/lead specific equipment/plant failure/incident investigations, reporting and ensuring compliance with legal requirements concerning statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Provide support with breakdowns and site reinstatement.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering (Heavy Current) or Electrical Trade with National-N-Diploma.
• SAP CMMS experience.
• OHS compliance & SANS 10142-1 & 2.
• Minimum of 10 years experience.

R 750 000 - R 1 000 000 - Annually

Applicants must have the following requirements:

Must have a Bachelor of Science Degree, or a Bachelor of Technology Degree or a Bachelor of Engineering Degree in Electrical Engineering (heavy current).
Must be registered with ECSA as a Professional Engineer or Professional Engineering Technologist.
Must have 10-12 years of experience in the heavy Industry, power generation and power system engineering within a consultancy, engineering services company.
Must be proficient in specialist engineering simulation, like CAD and DigSilient Powerfactory software.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Excel.
Must be prepared to travel within and outside the RSA borders.
Must have a valid drivers license.

If you don't hear back from us within two weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.
SALARY R800,000.00 P/A

STATUS: Full time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent.

SALARY: Competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

LOCATION: Cape Town, with occasional travel to client offices and power plants. Permanent or temporary residency in South Africa, not linked to an existing employment contract, is a requirement.

• Protection coordination and arc flash studies
• Other power system studies such as grid code compliance or grid impact studies
• Training and mentoring of employees
• Project management (financial and resource management)
• Maintaining relationships with existing clients and identifying and engaging new clients

Essential requirements include:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience of network modelling and analysis in DIgSILENT PowerFactory (PSS/E, ETAP or other software packages will also be considered)
• Experience performing all modelling, simulations and calculations required to specify all protection settings (LV to HV) required in a typical renewable power plant (experience performing the same for synchronous generator plants, industrial/mining operations or complex transmission/distribution grids is considered an advantage)
• Experience with AC and DC arc flash studies/calculations
• Knowledge of the South African transmission and distribution systems and South African Grid Code and current industry developments
• Postgraduate degree (Masters or higher) in engineering and registration (or working towards registration) with ECSA as a Professional Engineer
• Experience planning and project managing on site protection commissioning or maintenance testing, including preparation of method statements and documentation required for site safety files
• Experience with grid code compliance and/or grid impact studies for generation interconnections
• Experience performing any electromagnetic transient (EMT) studies (preferably using PSCAD)
• Experience performing earthing studies using CDEGS or XGSLab

We are looking for a full-time consultant with experience in protection coordination and arc flash studies to join the TNEI Africa team to provide consulting services to the energy sector in South Africa and the rest of the African continent. You will need to be able to work fairly autonomously within a local team of around 10 engineers, with further support from the team based in the UK. TNEI offers the opportunity to work within an exciting and growing sector on a diverse range of technical, strategic and regulatory consultancy projects. TNEI employs consultants at Graduate, Technical, Senior, Principal and Specialist levels, and the candidate would be fitted to the most appropriate employment band based on their individual skills and experience.

TNEI is a specialist, vibrant consulting company that has been at the forefront of providing expert technical advice to electricity network companies, renewable energy developers, regulators and funding institutions all over the world for 25 years. By nurturing the top talent in the energy industry we’ve built a solid reputation of developing innovative solutions and solving complex problems associated with achieving net zero. We offer a fast-paced learning environment with excellent career development opportunities. Join us and become part of the net zero energy revolution.

• Join a world class team in a rapidly growing industry
• Have a hands-on opportunity to make a real difference in a small company
• Excellent professional and personal development opportunities
• Professional membership fees
• Discretionary annual performance-based bonus
• Flexible hybrid working policy
• 33 days annual leave (including public holidays)
• Additional day off on your birthday!

Please apply using the ‘Apply Now’ form on the Careers Page on our website, and upload your CV and covering letter, demonstrating why you are suitable for the role and any previous experience.

Closing date for applications: 31 January 2025

The job advert closing date may change. Therefore, if you are planning to apply, we recommend that you do so without delay.

TNEI promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in a space where all are respected.

Please note we do not accept CV’s from recruitment agencies.

STATUS: Full time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent.

SALARY: Competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

LOCATION: Cape Town, with occasional travel to client offices and power plants. Permanent or temporary residency in South Africa, not linked to an existing employment contract, is a requirement.

• Protection coordination and arc flash studies
• Other power system studies such as grid code compliance or grid impact studies
• Training and mentoring of employees
• Project management (financial and resource management)
• Maintaining relationships with existing clients and identifying and engaging new clients

Essential requirements include:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering (or equivalent)
• Experience of network modelling and analysis in DIgSILENT PowerFactory (PSS/E, ETAP or other software packages will also be considered)
• Experience performing all modelling, simulations and calculations required to specify all protection settings (LV to HV) required in a typical renewable power plant (experience performing the same for synchronous generator plants, industrial/mining operations or complex transmission/distribution grids is considered an advantage)
• Experience with AC and DC arc flash studies/calculations
• Knowledge of the South African transmission and distribution systems and South African Grid Code and current industry developments
• Postgraduate degree (Masters or higher) in engineering and registration (or working towards registration) with ECSA as a Professional Engineer
• Experience planning and project managing on site protection commissioning or maintenance testing, including preparation of method statements and documentation required for site safety files
• Experience with grid code compliance and/or grid impact studies for generation interconnections
• Experience performing any electromagnetic transient (EMT) studies (preferably using PSCAD)
• Experience performing earthing studies using CDEGS or XGSLab

We are looking for a full-time consultant with experience in protection coordination and arc flash studies to join the TNEI Africa team to provide consulting services to the energy sector in South Africa and the rest of the African continent. You will need to be able to work fairly autonomously within a local team of around 10 engineers, with further support from the team based in the UK. TNEI offers the opportunity to work within an exciting and growing sector on a diverse range of technical, strategic and regulatory consultancy projects. TNEI employs consultants at Graduate, Technical, Senior, Principal and Specialist levels, and the candidate would be fitted to the most appropriate employment band based on their individual skills and experience.

TNEI is a specialist, vibrant consulting company that has been at the forefront of providing expert technical advice to electricity network companies, renewable energy developers, regulators and funding institutions all over the world for 25 years. By nurturing the top talent in the energy industry we’ve built a solid reputation of developing innovative solutions and solving complex problems associated with achieving net zero. We offer a fast-paced learning environment with excellent career development opportunities. Join us and become part of the net zero energy revolution.

• Join a world class team in a rapidly growing industry
• Have a hands-on opportunity to make a real difference in a small company
• Excellent professional and personal development opportunities
• Professional membership fees
• Discretionary annual performance-based bonus
• Flexible hybrid working policy
• 33 days annual leave (including public holidays)
• Additional day off on your birthday!

Please apply using the ‘Apply Now’ form on the Careers Page on our website, and upload your CV and covering letter, demonstrating why you are suitable for the role and any previous experience.

Closing date for applications: 31 January 2025

The job advert closing date may change. Therefore, if you are planning to apply, we recommend that you do so without delay.

TNEI promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in a space where all are respected.

Please note we do not accept CV’s from recruitment agencies.

JOB TITLE

Remote Adjunct Teaching Professor - Power Systems Engineering

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Graduate Studies - Instructors - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach graduate courses in Power Systems Engineering in an online/asynchronous delivery format. Schedule may vary, depending on need. Start dates will vary by course and semester. This is a 100% remote position. Although Power Systems Engineering courses are delivered online, all applicants must be US-based.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Adjunct Teaching Professor will teach Power Systems Engineering graduate courses, primarily in an online, asynchronous delivery method. All applicants must be US-based.

Specific courses needed from WPI's curriculum in Power Systems Engineering: Power Systems Engineering Curriculum .

Ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree, preferably a PhD, in Electrical Engineering/Power Systems Engineering or related discipline with significant practical experience in the relevant area. Successful graduate-level teaching experience is preferred.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References
• Teaching Statement/Philosophy

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

JOB TITLE

Remote Adjunct Teaching Professor - Power Systems Engineering

LOCATION

Worcester

DEPARTMENT NAME

Graduate Studies - Instructors - JM

DIVISION NAME

Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Worcester Polytechnic Institute is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach graduate courses in Power Systems Engineering in an online/asynchronous delivery format. Schedule may vary, depending on need. Start dates will vary by course and semester. This is a 100% remote position. Although Power Systems Engineering courses are delivered online, all applicants must be US-based.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Adjunct Teaching Professor will teach Power Systems Engineering graduate courses, primarily in an online, asynchronous delivery method. All applicants must be US-based.

Specific courses needed from WPI's curriculum in Power Systems Engineering: Power Systems Engineering Curriculum .

Ideal applicant will hold an advanced degree, preferably a PhD, in Electrical Engineering/Power Systems Engineering or related discipline with significant practical experience in the relevant area. Successful graduate-level teaching experience is preferred.

Required Documents:

• Cover Letter
• Resume

Optional Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References
• Teaching Statement/Philosophy

FLSA STATUS

United States of America (Exempt)

WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that actively seeks to increase the diversity of its workplace. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.

Sugar Power Generation Maintenance Foreman, Richardsbay, Rneg + Company Housng

• National Diploma / N6 in Mechanical Engineering o
• Trade Test Fitter
• 10 years’ experience in heavy engineering industry as supervisor / foreman .
• Mechanical equipment maintenance, off crop planning and budgeting .
• Sugar industry experience within Power Generation
• reliability, preventive & predictive maintenance .
• maintenance and operating boiler equipment
• maintenance and operating turbines
• conversant with planned maintenance
• leadership to the Maintenance Workshop to ensure plant
• maintenance of mechanical equipment
• Proactively investigates recurring breakdowns or equipment failures and rectify faults timeously ,.
• plant is maintained adequately by making use of condition-based monitoring system .
• Monitors the condition of the Bearing Cooling Water (BCW) system

• Develop firmware in C/C++ for embedded microcontrollers (e.g., C2000, ESP32).
• Implement industrial communication protocols such as UART, CAN, RS485, Modbus.
• Integrate systems with cloud/local platforms using MQTT, HTTP, or proprietary protocols.

• Design low-voltage and high-voltage circuits (12V1000VDC).
• Develop power conversion systems (DC-DC, AC-DC) and battery management solutions.
• Select and design with power components (MOSFETs, IGBTs, gate drivers, etc.).
• Perform worst-case, thermal, and overcurrent analysis.
• Conduct EMI simulations and lab testing.
• Contribute to mechanical enclosure design, especially around thermal management.

• Build and test prototypes; integrate firmware and hardware.
• Develop automated test scripts (Python or C#) for validation.
• Support field installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting.

• Work cross-functionally with mechanical, software, and production teams.
• Collaborate with clients, technicians, and suppliers.
• Maintain technical documentation and production files.

• BEng/BSc in Electronic, Electrical, or Mechatronic Engineering.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in embedded systems and power electronics.
• Proficient in embedded C/C++ development.
• Comfortable with mid to high voltage systems (48V1000V).
• Knowledge of circuit protection and battery safety fundamentals.
• Experience using schematic and PCB design tools.
• Proficient with test equipment (oscilloscopes, multimeters, etc.).