Senior Physical Substation Engineer — Remote/Hybrid

Qualus Corporation; El Dorado (KS); Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work schedules

Remote and hybrid options

Sign-on bonus

Relocation assistance

Refer-a-friend bonus

Career development programs

Challenging projects

Job summary

Qualus is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to lead high‑voltage substation physical design projects from concept through construction. You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with clients and internal teams, and ensure codes, safety, and reliability standards are met across complex utility projects.

The role supports remote work within the United States with preferred hybrid schedules near listed office locations.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering.
• 7–10 years of Substation physical design engineering experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Design power utility substations following applicable codes and client standards.
• Develop general arrangement, equipment and electrical layout, elevation views, cable trench, grounding, conduit drawings, BOMs, and AC/DC power systems.
• Design ground grids and lightning protection plans.
• Perform load, bus span, and ampacity calculations.
• Prepare equipment specifications, scopes, and cost estimates.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams and clients to ensure project success.
• Lead client meetings and site visits to collect data and present solutions.
• Ensure QA/QC compliance and review engineering packages.
• Mentor junior engineers and review calculations and drawings.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Documentation

Project management

Communication

Teamwork

Education

ABET-accredited degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Civil Engineering

Tools

Engineering software

Job description

Qualus is seeking a Senior Substation Engineer to lead high‑voltage substation physical design projects from concept through construction. You will mentor junior engineers, coordinate with clients and internal teams, and ensure codes, safety, and reliability standards are met across complex utility projects.

The role supports remote work within the United States with preferred hybrid schedules near listed office locations.