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Engineer III - Substation

Qualus
Chattanooga, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 8/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/4/2026
Power your future with Qualus as a Substation Engineer III. 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.
  • 4 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 expected compensation range for this position is based upon several factors, including but not limited to education, qualifications, prior relevant work experience and work location.

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.

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