Hv and bop specialist - c&i solar pv/wind - cape town r1,6mil - r1.8mil ctc per annum

AltGen Recruitment is seeking a Grid Engineer in Cape Town, South Africa, with a salary range of R1.6mil - R1.8mil CTC per annum. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in electrical engineering within the renewable energy sector, particularly in grid connection and optimization. Responsibilities include stakeholder engagement, designing grid systems, conducting load studies, and ensuring compliance with regulations. The role may involve national and international travel.
Grid Engineer
Do you read the South African grid codes and regulations every night before you go to bed? Do you dream about ways to better optimise grid-connection through repowering strategies? With over 1 GW of renewable energy projects currently in operation , our client is one of the biggest players in the African energy game. They are looking for a Grid Engineer that has an embedded understanding of all things grid. Generation patterns, grid regulation, turbines and substations, utility-scale grid-connection systems, grid integration, grid negotiation agreements, grid flow studies and analyses… Your specialties lie in grid capacity assessments, MV and HV connection design, BOP, and high stakes negotiation . Engaging with government stakeholders responsible for grid connection and operation is no picnic. As our ideal candidate, you are highly analytical, an autonomous worker, and thrive under pressure. With several innovative projects in the pipeline, you will be a part of a high-calibre team of experts that are dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the South African renewable energy space. This role also presents the opportunity for both national and international travel. Apply now! Responsibilities
Stakeholder engagement: Grid Operator and Governmental Agencies related to grid connections
Manage interconnection process with Grid Operator and relevant authorities
Design and optimise electrical grid systems
Conduct load flow studies and analyses to ensure efficient power distribution
Use knowledge of local legislation and regulations for authorisations and permits to produce guidelines and tools for project activities
Analyse and evaluate Grid Connection Offers and technical information impacting Grid Connection Design
Coordinate grid connection application, feasibility review, and acceptance
Evaluate Grid Impact studies in steady-state, dynamic, and transient states of all electrical parameters
Create dynamic models in wind generators and PV Inverters for simulations to model power flow and frequency response
Design and implement systems for grid expansion, integration of renewable energy sources, and smart grid technologies
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards
Analyse data from grid monitoring systems to identify trends and potential issues Desired Skills
Highly analytical mindset
Resilient and proactive
Understanding of Digsilent, PSSE, PSCAD software
Excellent interpersonal skills Desired Experience & Qualification
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
Master’s in electrical engineering
Registered PR. Eng (ECSA) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
7+ years experience as an electrical engineer in the renewable energy industry
6+ years of experience in the project environment working with substations and grid-connection
Embedded knowledge of simulation software such as Digsilent, PSSE, PSCAD
Meticulous understanding of South African grid codes, regulations, and standards related to grid connection and operation
Experience with power systems, grid studies, and grid connection of utility-scale RE projects in SA
Negotiation of grid connection agreements Package & Remuneration
1.6mil - R1.8mil CTC per annum
Interested?
Unfortunately, we don’t have the capacity to respond to everyone with the amount of applicants we receive, if you would like to stand out be sure to apply on our website by clicking HERE! Note: Only applications that come through the Alt Gen website will be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr