Engineer II - Electrical

Qualus•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Qualus is hiring an Electrical Engineer in its Engineering department to perform power system studies and develop cost-effective mitigation solutions. The work includes studies such as short-circuit and equipment evaluation, overcurrent coordination and protection, arc flash, load flow, motor starting, power quality, and harmonic analysis. The engineer collaborates with departments across different geographies and presents study findings to internal and external customers. The role also supports electrical design and project delivery, including data collection, report preparation, relay settings, drawings and schematics, and arc-flash mitigation. The engineer is expected to manage assigned work and smaller projects with limited oversight, meet deadlines and budget estimates, and maintain technical skills through project work and formal training.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an ABET-accredited school.
At least 2 years of experience performing power system studies and associated data collection activities for industrial customers.
Experience with SKM.
Ability to work independently and accurately, with strong attention to detail.
Strong communication skills and ability to discuss technical recommendations effectively with customers.
Strong computer skills.

Responsibilities

Perform short-circuit, coordination, and arc-flash studies for commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and generation facilities using SKM, ETAP, and/or Easypower software.
Apply knowledge of low- and medium-voltage switchgear, motor control centers, circuit breakers, panel boards, and disconnects to develop cost-effective mitigation solutions based on study results and recommendations.
Develop study reports and communicate results and recommendations to customers.
Perform data collection activities.
Develop and/or implement arc-flash mitigation designs.
Interpret new-construction drawing packages.
Develop relay protective setpoints and settings files.
Develop and/or update equipment control schematics, one-lines, three-lines, and wiring diagrams.
Work on project teams to support quality and project-management goals.
Meet project deadlines and support processes and procedures for timely delivery.
Maintain up-to-date technical skills related to electrical substation design and protection and control schematics for the electric utility power grid through on-the-job work and formal training.
Execute small- to medium-sized projects with limited oversight.
Self-manage assigned projects and job-cost accountability to keep work within budgeted cost estimates.
Communicate effectively with other departments and customers to coordinate activities.