Senior Engineer - Substation

Qualus; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) match

Paid time off

Job summary

A leading power solutions firm in the United States is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer responsible for designing substations according to client standards and applicable codes. The role requires over 5 years of experience in substation physical design, strong knowledge of AutoCAD, and excellent communication skills. The firm offers a range of benefits including medical, dental, vision insurance, and 401(k) match. This position provides a dynamic opportunity to contribute to critical power infrastructure projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in substation physical design.
• Strong knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
• Experience related to working with electricity, preferably in utilities.

Responsibilities

• Design substations utilizing applicable codes and client standards.
• Complete load and ampacity calculations.
• Direct and/or participate in client meetings/job site visits.

Skills

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Document management

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering

Job description

Power your future with Qualus as a Senior Substation Engineer. Substation Design Engineers are responsible for designing substations utilizing applicable codes and client standards (if available). Typical design to include general arrangement, equipment and electrical layout, elevation views, cable trench, grounding, conduit drawings, details, bills of material, and AC and DC power systems.

Responsibilities

• Design substations utilizing applicable codes and client standards (if available). Typical design to include general arrangement, equipment and electrical layout, elevation views, cable trench, grounding, conduit drawings, details, bills of material, and AC and DC power systems.
• Design ground grids based on applicable codes utilizing industry available software.
• Design lightning protection and grounding plans.
• Complete calculations such as AC and DC load, bus spans, and ampacity calculations.
• Create equipment and material specifications for procurement of engineered equipment as well as development of design scope and cost estimates.
• Complete conceptual designs and layouts for facility planning studies.
• Preparing additional support documentation as needed to assist procurement, construction , and operation/maintenance of systems being designed.
• 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 being follow on all design packages.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Civil Engineering required.
• 5+ years of experience in substation physical design.
• Experience in directly related to working with electricity, preferably in utilities.
• Must have strong knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation (a plus).
• Microsoft Office product application.
• Excellent document management and organization skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to multi-task and work with a variety of projects and deadlines.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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, 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 1,800 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

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.