SOUTH AFRICAN NATIONAL ENERGY DEVELOPMENT INSTITUTE (SANEDI) VACANCIES

​BALANCING ENERGY SUPPLY AND DEMAND ENGINEER / TECHNOLOGIST
Programme: Programme 2
Division: Applied Energy Research, Development & Innovation
Location: Sandton
Period: Fixed Term Contract - 3 years
 
1. About the position
The Balancing Energy Supply and Demand Engineer \ Technologist is responsible for developing, maintaining, and applying analytical models to support long-term and short-term energy system planning. The role focuses on evaluating demand growth, generation expansion, transmission planning, and the integration of renewable energy and emerging technologies. The Engineer \ Technologist will provide data driven insights to support investment decisions, policy analysis, and system reliability under evolving energy transition scenarios.
 
2. Qualifications and Minimum Requirements
 Bachelor’s in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering, Power Systems, Applied Mathematics, Economics, or a related field. A post graduate degree would be an advantage.
 2–5 years of experience in energy, power system modelling, or energy analytics (experience level adjustable).
 Experience working with utilities, system operators, energy consultancies, or regulatory agencies is preferred.
 Experience with renewable integration, storage modelling, hydrogen, or EV impacts
 Knowledge of national or regional energy planning frameworks
 Professional Registration (optional).
 
3. Technical and Skills Required
 Experience with databases and data processing.
 Understanding of power systems, electricity markets, and energy economics.
 Familiarity with GIS tools is an advantage.
 
4. Key Competencies Required
 Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
 Ability to communicate complex technical results clearly.
 Scenario-based and systems-thinking mindset.
 Attention to detail and documentation.
 Ability to work independently and in multidisciplinary teams.
 
 
5. Summary of Key Responsibilities and Job Scope
5.1 Energy System Planning
• Develop and maintain long-term energy system planning models (generation, transmission, and demand).
• Conduct load forecasting and scenario analysis to assess future energy needs.
• Evaluate capacity expansion, resource adequacy, and system reliability under multiple scenarios.
• Support Energy Planning and least-cost planning studies.
5.2 Energy Modelling & Analytics
• Build, calibrate, and validate energy models using tools.
• Analyse impacts of renewable energy integration, storage, electric vehicles, and demand side management.
• Perform production cost modelling, dispatch simulations, and sensitivity analyses.
• Translate complex model outputs into actionable insights for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
5.3 Renewable Energy & Energy Transition
• Assess technical and economic feasibility of renewable energy projects and hybrid systems.
• Model variability, intermittency, and flexibility requirements of renewable generation.
• Analyse pathways for decarbonisation, net-zero targets, and emissions reduction strategies.
5.4 Policy, Regulation & Stakeholder Support
• Support policy analysis by quantifying impacts of energy regulations, market designs, and incentives.
• Provide analytical inputs for regulatory filings, planning reports, and investment proposals.
• Collaborate with planners, economists, policymakers, and grid operators.
5.5 Data Management & Quality Assurance
• Manage large datasets related to demand, generation, fuel prices, and network constraints.
• Ensure data integrity, transparency, and reproducibility of models and analyses.
• Document assumptions, methodologies, and model limitations.
 
6. Additional Information
It is our intention to increase the level of Indian, Coloured, White and people living with disabilities male, female and/others of representativity at all levels throughout the organisation. Therefore, preference will be given to competent group of candidates named above.

​The Balancing Energy Supply and Demand Engineer / Technologist will be based at the SANEDI office in Sandton, Johannesburg.
 
Please email a detailed CV to: besdengineer@sanedi.org.za
 
The closing date for this position is: 26 February 2026
 
Should you not hear from SANEDI within 30 days after closing of this advert, please consider your application unsuccessful.

SANEDI is a state-owned entity, established under the National Energy Act (Act 34 of 2008)
Board Members: Mr Sicelo Xulu (Chairperson), Ms Lungile Mtiya (Deputy Chairperson), Ms Abegail Boikhutso, Ms Ilze Baron Dr Rebecca Maserumule, Mr Jongikhaya Witi, Mr Mthokozisi Mpofu. Alternate members: Ms Noma Qase, Mr Gerard Fourie.
CEO: Dr Titus Mathe. Company Secretary: Mr. Solomon Mngomezulu