Engineer I - Electrical (Reno, NV)

Job Locations US-NV-Reno
ID
2024-2333
Category
Engineering & Advisory
Position Type
Regular Full Time
Remote:
No

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus as an Electrical Engineer designing Substation solutions for our Utility and Developer clients.  We want you to become amazing engineers who can make a direct impact on our clients and realize your career goals. Jumpstart your career with Qualus and apply today!

 

Responsibilities

You will play a crucial role in the design and development of utility substation Protection & Control (P&C) engineering design packages that include drawings such as one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, wiring diagrams, AC/DC Elementary diagrams, circuit schedules, logic diagrams, operating diagrams, and more.

  • Working on project teams supporting all quality and project management goals.
  • Meeting all project deadlines and supporting the processes and procedures to meet deadlines.
  • Maintaining up-to-date technical skills related to the design of electrical substations and protection and control schematics for the electric utility power grid through on-the-job work and formal training.
  • Applying test procedures for various types of relay test equipment.
  • Substation awareness and Safety consciousness.
  • Aptitude to quickly learn and apply test procedures for various types of substation equipment.
  • Good PC skills and the ability to support testing activities as required by the project lead.
  • Develop drawings and assist in the preparation of design packages using CAD/drafting skills.
  • Preparing additional support documentation as needed to assist procurement, constructionand operation/maintenance of systems being designed.
  • Consistently following established design standards and CAD drafting standards while assuring quality, accuracy, and completeness.
  • Identifying process improvement ideas and commuting ideas through appropriate management channels.

Qualifications

  • BS Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited school 
  • Educational experience directly related to working with [medium to high voltage] electricity.
  • Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation.
  • Microsoft Office product application.
  • Knowledge of test equipment and tool/wiring usage.
  • Interpretation of wiring and elementary diagrams; basic test skills to perform duties listed above, basic PC skills.
  • Ability to travel up to 20% of the time.

Company Overview

Qualus is a leading pure-play power services firm and innovator at the forefront of the energy transition, with differentiated capabilities across grid modernization, resiliency, security, and sustainability. The firm partners with utilities, commercial, industrial, 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 nearly 1,200 professionals, with offices throughout the U.S. and Canada.

EEO

Qualus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate the unique differences of our employees because that is what drives curiosity, innovation, and the success of our business. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, pregnancy, parental status, genetic information, political affiliation, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in locations where we operate.

 

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. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities. For details, view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement here.

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