Principal Substation Design Engineer — Remote/Hybrid

Qualus Corporation; El Dorado (KS); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Remote and hybrid work arrangements

Sign-on bonus and relocation support

Refer-a-friend bonus program

Career development & mentorship

Job summary

Qualus is seeking a Principal Substation Physical Design Engineer to lead the design of high‑voltage substations and mentor junior engineers. You will influence project success from concept through construction, ensuring safety, reliability, and quality while coordinating with clients and cross-functional teams.

This role allows remote work within the United States with preferred hybrid arrangements near listed Qualus offices.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• 15+ years of experience in Substation physical design engineering.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Design power utility substations using applicable codes and client standards.
• Produce general arrangement, equipment layout, grounding, cable trench, BOM, and power systems drawings.
• Design ground grids and lightning protection plans.
• Perform calculations for AC/DC loads, bus spans, and ampacity.
• Create equipment specifications and develop design scope and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams, clients, vendors, and contractors.

Skills

Substation design

Mentoring

Client coordination

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Qualus is seeking a Principal Substation Physical Design Engineer to lead the design of high‑voltage substations and mentor junior engineers. You will influence project success from concept through construction, ensuring safety, reliability, and quality while coordinating with clients and cross-functional teams.

This role allows remote work within the United States with preferred hybrid arrangements near listed Qualus offices.