Engineer III - Electrical

Qualus; Ridgeland (MS); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

Qualus is hiring an Engineer III - Electrical in Ridgeland, Mississippi, to conduct power system studies, including short circuit and load flow analysis. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and 4 years of relevant experience. You'll present study results and develop mitigation solutions, ensuring effective communication with clients.

Benefits include medical, dental, and 401(k) match. Qualus emphasizes diversity and fosters an inclusive workplace.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in power system studies and data collection.
• Proficient with SKM and strong computer skills.
• Ability to work independently and accurately.

Responsibilities

• Perform short circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies.
• Develop study reports and communicate results to customers.
• Self-manage assigned projects and job cost accountability.

Skills

Power system studies

Project management

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Software: SKM, ETAP, Easypower

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

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
• 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 assure activities are properly coordinated

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related from an ABET accredited school
• 4 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

Benefits & Compensation

Qualus benefits offered include Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short and Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Parental Leave, Paid time off, and Holidays, for those who qualify.

The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.

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, 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 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

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.