Lead Substation Protection & Control Engineer - Remote

Qualus; Chattanooga (TN); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Remote/hybrid options

Sign-on bonus eligibility

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Qualus is seeking a Protection & Control Engineer III to design protection schemes for transmission and distribution substations and mentor junior engineers. You will develop diagrams, relay schemes, and detailed specifications while coordinating with clients and vendors to ensure project success.

Remote work is possible nationwide with preferred hybrid schedules near listed offices. The role offers a competitive salary range and ongoing career development opportunities within a growing power

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution.
• 4-7 years of experience in Substation Protection & Control design engineering.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent document management and organization skills.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment and interact professionally with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Design substation protection and control systems utilizing applicable codes and client standards (if available).
• Typical design to include one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC and DC schematics, logic diagrams, functional diagrams, panel layouts, wiring and connection diagrams, interconnection diagrams, communications systems, bill of materials, and SCADA systems.
• Develop protective relaying and control system designs for transmission and distribution substations.
• Develop relay protection schemes, relay settings criteria, control philosophies, and associated engineering calculations.
• Create equipment and material specifications for procurement of engineered equipment, as well as development of design scope and cost estimates.
• Complete conceptual protection and control designs and layouts for new and existing substation facilities.
• Prepare additional support documentation as needed to assist procurement, construction, commissioning, and operation/maintenance of systems being designed.
• Participate in client meetings and job site visits to collect or deliver design and engineering data, presenting engineering solutions, resolve technical issues, and support project execution.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary engineering teams, clients, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful project execution and resolution of technical issues.
• Ensure compliance with the company's Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC) processes, including technical review and approval of engineering design packages.
• Provide technical mentorship and oversight to junior engineers and designers, including reviewing calculations, drawings, and specifications to ensure quality, consistency, and compliance with project requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Project management

Attention to detail

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited Electrical Engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Qualus is seeking a Protection & Control Engineer III to design protection schemes for transmission and distribution substations and mentor junior engineers. You will develop diagrams, relay schemes, and detailed specifications while coordinating with clients and vendors to ensure project success.

Remote work is possible nationwide with preferred hybrid schedules near listed offices. The role offers a competitive salary range and ongoing career development opportunities within a growing power