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63 Qualus Lead Engineer Jobs Hiring Near You

Lead Relay Field Engineer

Columbus, OH ยท On-site +1

$47 - $95/hr

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Field Engineering department as a Lead Relay Field Engineer. The Lead Relay Field Technician calibrates, installs, maintains, and repairs ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Field Engineering department as a Lead Relay Field Engineer. The Lead Relay Field Technician calibrates, installs, maintains, and repairs ...

Lead Relay Field Technician

Dayton, OH ยท On-site +1

$44 - $90/hr

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Field Engineering department as a Lead Relay Field Technician. The Lead Relay Field Technician calibrates, installs, maintains, and repairs ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Field Engineering department as a Lead Relay Field Technician. The Lead Relay Field Technician calibrates, installs, maintains, and repairs ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

Lead Engineer - Substation

Westborough, MA

$164.80K - $172K/yr

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Engineering department as a Lead Substation Engineer. Lead Substation Design Engineers are responsible for leading teams that are designing ...

Lead Engineer - Substation

Westborough, MA ยท On-site

$164.80K - $172K/yr

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Engineering department as a Lead Substation Engineer. Lead Substation Design Engineers are responsible for leading teams that are designing ...

Position Overview Power Your Future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Senior Substation ... Serve as the Mechanical Discipline Lead and Professional of Record for substation projects

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Chattanooga, TN ยท On-site

$93.30K - $122.90K/yr

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Substation Protection and Control department as a Lead Protection & Control Engineer. Our Texas team is growing, and we are seeking seasoned ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Fort Worth, TX ยท On-site +1

$98.10K - $129.30K/yr

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Substation Protection and Control department as a Lead Protection & Control Engineer. Our Texas team is growing, and we are seeking seasoned ...

Lead Engineer - Protection & Control

Trussville, AL

$94.10K - $123.90K/yr

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Substation Protection and Control department as a Lead Protection & Control Engineer. Our team is growing, and we are seeking seasoned ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our T&D Canada business as a Lead Distribution Engineer. This opportunity is hybrid and can be based in Vancouver, BC (preferred), Calgary, AB ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Lead Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead Engineer, you need deep technical expertise in engineering principles, project management experience, and typically a bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with industry-standard design tools, version control systems, and certifications like PMP or Six Sigma are often required. Strong leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure effective project delivery, team coordination, and technical excellence in complex engineering environments.

What are some common challenges Lead Engineers face when managing cross-functional teams?

Lead Engineers often face the challenge of aligning technical teams with stakeholders from other departments, such as product management or quality assurance. Balancing project deadlines with technical excellence can require strong communication and negotiation skills. It's also common to encounter differences in priorities or technical understanding, so building consensus and fostering collaboration are key. Adapting to shifting project requirements while maintaining team morale is another important aspect of the role.

What does a Lead Engineer do?

A Lead Engineer is responsible for overseeing technical projects, guiding engineering teams, and ensuring that design and development processes meet organizational goals. They serve as both a technical expert and a team leader, providing mentorship, setting project timelines, and coordinating with other departments. Lead Engineers often participate in decision-making, problem-solving, and quality assurance to deliver successful engineering outcomes.
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Lead Relay Field Engineer

Qualus

Columbus, OH โ€ข On-site, Remote

$47 - $95/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago


Job description

Position Overview
Power your future with Qualus in our Field Engineering department as a Lead Relay Field Engineer. The Lead Relay Field Technician calibrates, installs, maintains, and repairs protective relays and associated equipment to ensure the efficient, safe, reliable operation of the electric grid. They will be required to maintain, install, repair, and troubleshoot complex control systems, protective relay systems (microprocessor and electro-mechanical); substation and electric utility protection systems; station automation and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) systems.
Responsibilities
  • Interprets project-level scope of work and effectively plans commissioning and resource scheduling and provides team leadership for completing test activities efficiently, on time and without service interruptions, adhering to all established safety protocol.
  • Interprets substation drawings (e.g., single line drawings, AC and DC schematics, panel wiring diagrams, and panel layout drawings).
  • Writing procedures and/or test plans in support of maintenance and construction activities including development of isolation plans and functional guidelines.
  • Testing, including (without limitation): reading/verifying all voltage and current inputs to relays; verifying all metering (local and SCADA); calibrating all relays; trip testing (local and SCADA); verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all alarms (local and SCADA); verifying all function switches, etc.
  • Leading and performing routine troubleshooting and repair of substation relaying and control equipment. Commission new substations, power equipment, relaying (electro-mechanical, solid state and microprocessor), pilot channel equipment (power line carrier, pilot wire, transfer, transfer trip, fiber optic, CVT's, line tuners, line traps, etc.), controls and communications equipment.
  • Providing Project Technical Support to Field Service personnel.
  • Providing technical mentorship to junior level field service personnel.
  • Is considered a subject matter expert in the area of protective relaying in the field.
  • Serve as a technical lead for small project teams.

Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited university
  • Minimum of 7 years of field experience in commissioning, panel and equipment checkout, relay calibration, testing and repairing substation relaying and control schemes
  • Experience is desirable in any of the following related areas: substation design (including protection & control engineering); substation construction; substation commissioning; SCADA/Fault Data/SER/Integration-Automation equipment installation and testing.
  • 3 phase power systems; power system protection & control schemes; test equipment; test equipment software
  • Test equipment and toll/wiring usage; interpretation of wiring and elementary diagrams; basic test skills to perform duties listed above; basic PC skills.
  • Quickly learn and apply test procedures for various types of substation equipment; communicate effectively with diverse groups, tailoring communication for audience and situation.
  • Learn and apply client's switching procedures and safety measures as required.
  • Reference and complete assignments as described in applicable specifications.
  • Perform regular field work both indoors and outdoors.
  • Strong interpersonal skills, communication skills, business acumen, management ability
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel and Outlook)
  • Valid Driver's license and good driving record
  • Ability to communicate effectively in English (inclusive of reading and writing) due to the nature of safety-related materials, documentation, and interactions with clients.

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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 final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The salary range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
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.