What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Engineer - Substation position at Qualus?
Power your future with Qualus as a Senior Engineer The Senior Engineer – Substation is responsible for designing substations and utilizing applicable codes and client standards (if available). P eferably one with at least 3 years experience in Substation planning and transmission planning. Typical design may include general arrangement, equipment and electrical layout, elevation views, cable trench, grounding, conduit drawings, details, bills of material, and AC and DC power systems. The individual in this role will identify impacts of shutdowns and how extensive the associated equipment would be to bundle planned outages together. This will include contingency plan studies and power flow studies.
Hybrid in office requirement 3 days a week in Detroit, MI.
Responsibilities
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
At Qualus, we believe everyone has value; and that the diversity and inclusion among our teams is what sets us apart for optimal success. We put people first because we care. To view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement, click here.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process, and need an alternative method for applying, please email careers@qualuscorp.com.
Hybrid in office requirement 3 days a week in Detroit, MI.
Responsibilities
- Substation design including general arrangement, equipment and electrical layout, elevation views, cable trench, grounding, conduit drawings, details, bills of material, and AC/DC power systems, utilizing applicable codes and client standards (if available)
- Design ground grids based on applicable codes utilizing industry available software
- Design lightning protection and grounding plans
- Complete conceptual designs and layouts for facility planning studies
- 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
- Accountable for providing additional support documentation as needed to assist procurement, construction and operation/maintenance of systems being designed
- Direct and/or participate in client meetings
- Assist in job site visits to collect/deliver design and engineering data
- Review and ensure company’s Quality Assurance and Quality Control (QA/QC) processes are being followed on all design packages
- Mentor and provide guidance to developing engineers; maintain a good working relationship with internal groups supporting the project
- Proficiency in AutoCAD required; knowledge of MicroStation (a plus)
- Microsoft Office product application
- Knowledge of relevant industry standards such as National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electric code (NEC) and IEEE
- Working knowledge and experience focused on development of physical electrical substation design
- Prior utility or utility consulting experience, preferred
- Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to developing engineers on the team; maintain good working relationship and collaborate with other multi-discipline project team members
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal and written skills
- Excellent document management and organizational skills
- Strong attention to detail; analytical and problem-solving skills
- Ability to effectively prioritize when provided with multiple projects and deadlines.
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
At Qualus, we believe everyone has value; and that the diversity and inclusion among our teams is what sets us apart for optimal success. We put people first because we care. To view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement, click here.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process, and need an alternative method for applying, please email careers@qualuscorp.com.
