Senior Engineer – Electrical

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Nevada.

📋 Description

• Take ownership of electrical design deliverables from initial scoping to issued-for-construction (IFC) packages.

• Conduct medium- and low-voltage electrical design for outdoor substations, unit substations, power transformers, protection and control schemes, power monitoring, as well as breaker and relay replacements.

• Create specifications for medium- and low-voltage electrical equipment.

• Collaborate with CAD personnel to produce or revise client electrical drawings, including one-lines, wiring diagrams, and schematics.

• Analyze field data and execute coordination, short-circuit, and arc-flash studies.

• Evaluate power-monitoring data and offer recommendations to customers.

• Represent Qualus during client site visits and assist with sales initiatives.

• Work in conjunction with cross-functional teams and various locations to devise optimal solutions.

• Keep current with safety and technical training requirements.

• Follow company, industry, and client safety protocols and standards.

• Evaluate project-specific resource requirements and coordinate assignments with the project manager.

• Communicate essential technical job requirements effectively.

• Aid in planning and organizing workload.

• Manage project transitions between sales and operations/engineering teams.

• Engage in project kickoff meetings that cover scope, specifications, budgets, schedules, and safety standards.

• Provide timely documentation for invoicing, including weekly timekeeping, change orders, test reports, and paperwork related to deliverables.

• Coordinate with suppliers to fulfill material and equipment requirements.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or a closely related field from an ABET-accredited institution.

• Possession of a Professional Engineer (PE) license.

• Over 5 years of design engineering experience in primary power distribution, P&C schemes, and/or electrical equipment.

• Experience in developing relay protective setpoints and settings files.

• Proficient understanding of NEC/NFPA 70, ANSI C57, ANSI C37, NESC, and other relevant codes and standards.

• At least 2 years of experience with AutoCAD.

• Over 3 years of experience using power system modeling software such as ETAP, SKM, and/or EasyPower.

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to articulate technical recommendations to customers.

• Capability to work independently, with precision and a keen attention to detail.

🏝️ Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.

• Life Insurance.

• Short- and Long-Term Disability coverage.

• Retirement Savings Plans, including employer matching where applicable.

• Flexible Spending and/or Health Spending Accounts.

• Employee Assistance Programs (EAP).

• Parental Leave.

• Paid Time Off.

• Company Holidays.

• Up to 30% travel may be required for training and visiting customer job sites.