Engineer II - Electrical

Qualus; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualus Corporation in Fort Worth, TX seeks an Engineer III - Electrical to perform power system studies and evaluate protection schemes for various facilities. You will present results to customers and help design cost-effective mitigations.

The role requires an ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree and 2+ years of relevant experience, with knowledge of SKM/ETAP/Easypower and strong communication and analytical skills. Fort Worth-based position with project teamwork across geographies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited school.
• 2+ years of experience performing power system studies for industrial customers.
• Experience with SKM, ETAP, and/or Easypower.
• Ability to work independently with high attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills to discuss technical recommendations with customers.
• Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform short circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies for various facilities using SKM/ETAP/Easypower.
• Apply knowledge of low and medium-voltage switchgear and related equipment to determine mitigation solutions.
• Develop study reports and communicate results to customers.
• Perform data collection activities.
• Develop relay protective setpoints and wiring diagrams.
• Coordinate with other departments to meet project deadlines.
• Self-manage projects and maintain cost accountability within budgets.

Skills

Strong communication

Attention to detail

Independent work

Computer skills

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

SKM

ETAP

Easypower

Job description

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus in our Engineering department as an Engineer III - Electrical. As Electrical Engineer you will work with several departments in different geographies to perform power system studies including short circuit and equipment evaluation, overcurrent coordination and protection, arc flash, load flow, motor starting, power quality, and harmonic analysis. Additionally, using strong communication and project management skills, you will present the results from these studies to internal and external customers, helping to design cost effective mitigation solutions.

Responsibilities

• Perform Short circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies for commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and generation facilities using SKM, ETAP, and/or Easypower software.
• Applies knowledge of low and medium-voltage switchgear, motor control centers, circuit breakers, panel boards, and disconnects to determine cost-effective mitigation solutions from the results and recommendations of power system studies.
• Develop study reports and communicate results and recommendations to customers.
• Perform data collection activities.
• Develop and/or implement arc flash mitigation designs.
• Interpret new construction drawing packages.
• Develop relay protective setpoints and settings files.
• Develop and/or update equipment control schematics, one-lines, three-lines, and wiring diagrams.
• Working on project teams supporting all quality and project management goals.
• Meeting all project deadlines and supporting the processes and procedures to meet deadlines.
• Maintaining up-to-date technical skills related to the design of electrical substations and protection and control schematics for the electric utility power grid through on-the-job work and formal training.
• Successfully execute small to medium-sized projects with limited oversight.
• Self-manage assigned projects and job cost accountability to perform work within budgeted cost estimates.
• Effectively communicate with other departments and customers to ensure activities are properly coordinated.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related from an ABET accredited school
• 2 or more years of experience performing power system studies and associated data collection activities for industrial customers
• Experience with SKM
• Must have ability to work independently, accurately, and have high attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and the ability effectively discuss technical recommendations with customers
• Strong computer skills

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Benefits & Compensation

Qualus offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage, Retirement Savings Plans (including employer matching where applicable), Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP), Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and Company Holidays. Benefits offerings may vary based on position, work location, and eligibility requirements.The compensation range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable laws and market practices. The final base salary offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, internal equity, performance, and business needs. Compensation ranges are subject to change at the Company's discretion and as permitted by applicable law.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power solutions firm and innovator at the forefront of power infrastructure transformation, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, data center, and government clients, and renewable and energy storage developers, offering comprehensive solutions through boutique and integrated advisory, planning, engineering, digital solutions, program management, energy efficiency and specialized field services. Qualus also provides software and technology enabled services and develops breakthrough solutions for critical power industry challenges such as distributed and variable resource integration, emergency management, and secure data exchange. The firm has over 2,000 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. We are committed to providing an inclusive workplace and do not discriminate on any grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation across Canada and the US.

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