Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Qualus

Kansas City (MO)

Remote

USD 130,000 - 180,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Qualus is seeking a Lead Protection & Control Engineer for our Substation Protection and Control team. With 7+ years in major utility substations, you will mentor engineers, direct project delivery from proposal to as-built, and lead design packages for protective relaying and SCADA. The role involves coordinating with multiple groups, presenting solutions to clients, and guiding QA/QC processes.

Positions may be based in several U.S. locations with remote work options.

Qualifications

Seven (7) or more years of electrical engineering experience is desired, experience in protection and control engineering is required.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
Familiar with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians from project proposal to project as-built stage.
Coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering, Relay Settings, and other groups to ensure design concurrence.
Development of complete engineering design packages for protective relaying and communications systems, including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC schematics, DC schematics, logic and functional diagrams, panel layouts, control house layouts, wiring/connection diagrams, interconnection diagrams, relaying equipment specifications and bill of materials.
Development of SCADA packages, including input / output list (Point Data Sheet)
Provides technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters, engineering technicians, and less experienced engineers.
Developing, nurturing and maintaining trusted relationships with senior level engineers, managers, and executives with current or prospective clients.
Confidently and comfortably present technical solutions to key customers; respond in real time to technical concerns and answer questions in a knowledgeable articulate manner.
Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
Perform/Ensure company’s QA/QC processes are followed on all design packages.
Delegating, planning, prioritizing and reviewing the work of other engineers will be critical.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Project management

Communication

Problem solving

Education

BSEE / MS in Engineering

PE registration

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus in our Substation Protection and Control department as a Lead Protection & Control Engineer. Our team is growing, and we are seeking seasoned Protection and Control Engineers who are in or ready for leadership and have a desire to mentor up and coming engineers. If you have 7+ years of experience in major utility substations, we want to hear from you!

This position may be based in Lake Mary, FL; Palm Beach Gardens, FL; Las Vegas, NV, Boise, ID; Raleigh, NC; or Fort Worth, TX.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of protection & control engineers, engineering technicians, and drafting technicians from project proposal to project as-built stage.
Coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering, Relay Settings, and other groups to ensure design concurrence.
Development of complete engineering design packages for protective relaying and communications systems, including one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC schematics, DC schematics, logic and functional diagrams, panel layouts, control house layouts, wiring/connection diagrams, interconnection diagrams, relaying equipment specifications and bill of materials.
Development of SCADA packages, including input / output list (Point Data Sheet)
Provides technical direction and on-the-job training to drafters, engineering technicians, and less experienced engineers.
Developing, nurturing and maintaining trusted relationships with senior level engineers, managers, and executives with current or prospective clients.
Confidently and comfortably present technical solutions to key customers; respond in real time to technical concerns and answer questions in a knowledgeable articulate manner.
Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data.
Perform/Ensure company’s Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are followed on all design packages.
Delegating, planning, prioritizing and reviewing the work of other engineers will be critical.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE). Civil Engineering degrees will also be considered. An MS Degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of the BS Engineering degree. International Engineering Degrees will be considered.
Seven (7) or more years of electrical engineering experience is desired, experience in protection and control engineering is required.
Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.
Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record are required.
Familiar with AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
Must have strong analytical and computer skills.

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.

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

2026-5397