Lead Protection & Control Engineer Substation Solutions

Qualus; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualus is seeking an experienced Lead Protection & Control Engineer to lead a team across protection and control design for major substations. The role involves mentoring engineers, coordinating with cross-functional groups, and delivering complete relay and SCADA design packages.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in utility substations, PE registration, and strong leadership and client-facing skills. Travel to project sites and client meetings is possible.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Civil Engineering with PE; MS considered in lieu of BS.
• Seven or more years of electrical engineering experience in protection and control; PE registration required.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of protection & control engineers, technicians, and draftsmen from proposal to as-built.
• Coordinate with Substation Physical Engineering, Relay Settings, and other groups for design concurrence.
• Develop complete engineering design packages for protective relaying and communications systems.

Skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Team coordination

Engineering analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE)

MS Degree considered in lieu

Tools

AutoCAD

MicroStation

Job description

Qualus is seeking an experienced Lead Protection & Control Engineer to lead a team across protection and control design for major substations. The role involves mentoring engineers, coordinating with cross-functional groups, and delivering complete relay and SCADA design packages.

The ideal candidate has 7+ years in utility substations, PE registration, and strong leadership and client-facing skills. Travel to project sites and client meetings is possible.