TNEI is a specialist consultancy in the energy sector. We help our clients respond to the complex challenges of integrating low-carbon technology into our everyday lives.Power Systems ConsultantSTATUS: 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.Duties and responsibilities will include:Grid impact and grid code compliance studies for power generation projectsPower quality assessments/investigationsTransmission and Distribution network planningProject management (financial and resource management)Maintaining relationships with existing clients and identifying and engaging new clientsREQUIREMENTSEssential requirements include:A Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechatronic Engineering (or equivalent)Familiar with, and ability to interpret, typical substation primary and secondary/control plant design drawingsExperience of network modelling and analysis in DIgSILENT PowerFactory (PSS/E, ETAP or other software packages will also be considered)Experience performing grid code compliance studies, grid impacts studies and/or network planning studies.Knowledge of the South African transmission and distribution systems and South African Grid Code and current industry developmentsDesirable requirements:Postgraduate degree (Masters or higher) in engineering and registration (or working towards registration) with ECSA as a Professional EngineerExperience performing insulation co-ordination, earthing, protection co-ordination or arc flash studiesData analysis skills in either Excel, Python or similarScripting skills for automation of repetitive analytical workExperience as owner's engineer on energy or other infrastructure projectsTHE POSITIONWe are looking for a full-time consultant with experience in power system 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.Why should you apply?Join a world class team in a rapidly growing industryHave a hands-on opportunity to make a real difference in a small companyExcellent professional and personal development opportunitiesProfessional membership feesDiscretionary annual performance-based bonusFlexible hybrid working policy33 days annual leave (including public holidays)Additional day off on your birthday!How to applyPlease 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: 31st December 2024The job advert closing date may change. Therefore, if you are planning to apply, we recommend that you do so without delay.Equality, diversity and inclusionTNEI promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in a space where all are respected.Please note we do not accept CV's from recruitment agencies.
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