Power Systems Application Engineer (Transmission | AEMS - Reliance) at Sabenza IT & Recruitment
DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment
- R Undisclosed
 - Permanent Senior position
 - Johannesburg
 - Posted 31 Oct 2025 by DCV Sabenza IT and Recruitment
 - Expires in 26 days
 - Job 2626206 - Ref 878000012938651
 
About the position
We are seeking a highly skilled Power Systems Application Engineer to join our Energy Management Systems (EMS) team. The ideal candidate will have a solid background in Power Systems Applications for Transmission and hands-on experience with AEMS - Reliance (e-terra) or equivalent platforms. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and implementing advanced power system applications that ensure efficient, secure, and reliable grid operations.
Key Responsibilities
·       Develop and deliver advanced Power Systems Applications for Transmission (Load Flow, Contingency Analysis, Power Factor, etc.).
·       Collaborate with Electric Utilities, ISOs, and TSOs to understand requirements, design functional specifications, and implement customized solutions.
·       Perform software development tasks including design, coding, testing, integration, and application tuning.
·       Ensure successful delivery of assigned modules and adherence to project/product timelines.
·       Engage with customers to address operational issues, facilitate solution implementation, and maintain strong communication throughout the project lifecycle.
·       Work within established change control and compliance protocols to ensure reliability and system integrity.
RequirementsRequired Technical & Functional Skills
·       5+ years of experience in customizing and delivering Energy Management Systems (EMS) – preferably e-terra AEMS / Reliance.
·       Proven experience in Power Systems Applications for Transmission (Load Flow, Contingency Analysis, Power Factor, etc.).
·       Minimum 5 years’ experience with C++, Java, or other related programming languages.
·       Strong working knowledge of both Linux and Windows operating systems.
·       Sound understanding of Power System fundamentals, grid operation, and control center applications.
 
Managerial / Soft Skills
·       Excellent customer engagement and communication skills.
·       Ability to organize and lead technical discussions and client calls.
·       Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with a focus on real-world solutions.
·       Capable of working independently and collaboratively within cross-functional teams.
 
Pre-Screening Questionnaire
·       Have you worked on Power Systems Applications for Transmission (Load Flow, Contingency Analysis, Power Factor, etc.)?
·       Which Power Systems Applications (Transmission) have you implemented or customized?
·       Do you have at least 2 years of implementation and customization experience in Power System Applications?
·       Do you have hands-on development experience using C++ and Java?
Desired Skills:
- Energy Management Systems
 - e-terra AEMS
 - Power Systems Applications
 
Desired Qualification Level:
- Degree
 
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