Engineer III - Electrical

Qualus; Trussville (AL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualus is seeking an Engineer III - Electrical to support power system studies including short circuit, coordination, arc flash, load flow, and harmonic analysis. You will work with multiple departments across geographies and present results to clients to design cost-effective mitigations.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering (ABET) and 4+ years of experience, with strong communication and software skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from ABET-accredited school.
• 4+ years of experience performing power system studies for industrial customers.
• Experience with SKM software.
• Strong communication and detail-oriented with ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Perform short circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies for various facilities using SKM/ETAP/Easypower.
• Apply knowledge of LV/MV switchgear to determine cost-effective mitigations.
• Develop study reports and communicate results to customers.
• Develop relay protection setpoints and wiring diagrams.
• Manage small to medium projects with budget awareness.
• Collaborate across departments to coordinate activities.

Skills

Independent work

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Computer skills

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Tools

SKM

ETAP

Easypower

Job description

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus in our Engineering departmentas 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

Minimum 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

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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, 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.

We are committed to a secure and transparent hiring process. We do not request payment or sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or banking details, during the application process. Please use caution and verify opportunities through our official channels.

Job Locations US-AL-Trussville | US-OH-West Chester | US-KY-Louisville | US-PA-Doylestown

ID 2025-4193

Category Engineering & Advisory

Position Type Regular Full Time

Remote: No