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Power Systems Engineer I - Arc Flash Boot Camp Winter 2027

Louisville, KYOnsiteFull TimePosted 1 month agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Power Systems
  • Short circuit
  • Coordination
  • Arc flash
  • SKM
  • ETAP
  • Easypower
  • Low-voltage switchgear
  • Medium-voltage switchgear

Nice to have

  • Test equipment
  • Tool/wiring usage
  • FE exam

Role summary

Qualus is seeking an entry-level Power Systems Engineer for their Summer 2027 Engineering Boot Camp. This full-time Engineer I role involves a structured training program with classroom instruction, site visits, and hands-on safety training. Participants will gain experience in performing power system studies (short circuit, coordination, arc flash, load flow, power quality), developing mitigation solutions, creating reports, and interpreting electrical drawings. The program also includes preparation for the FE exam. This is an opportunity to build expertise in the power industry and start a career with long-term potential.

Position Overview

Power your future with Qualus as a Power Systems Engineer through our Qualus University's Summer 2027 Engineering Boot Camp! By participating in our Engineering Boot Camp, you will be considered a full-time Engineer I and paired with a structured training & development program built to accelerate your growth in the power industry. You'll dive into focused classroom instruction led by seasoned Qualus engineers and industry experts, participate in immersive site visits, and gain hands-on substation safety and equipment training. You'll also receive guided preparation for the FE exam to help you build a strong technical foundation from day one. If you're ready to build real expertise, make real impact, and start a career with long-term potential, this is your first step. Apply today and join a program designed to turn early-career engineers into industry-ready professionals.

As a Power Systems Engineer, you will work with several departments in different geographies to perform power system studies including short circuit and equipment evaluation, overcurrent coordination and protection, arc flash, load flow, motor starting, power quality, and harmonic analysis.

The Summer 2027 Engineering Boot Camp, powered by Qualus University, will be starting June 2027. As a program participant, you will receive an offer to be a full-time employee with Qualus.

Responsibilities

  • Perform Short circuit, coordination, and arc flash studies for commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, and generation facilities using SKM, ETAP, and/or Easypower software.
  • Applies knowledge of low and medium-voltage switchgear, motor control centers, circuit breakers, panel boards, and disconnects to determine cost-effective mitigation solutions from the results and recommendations of power system studies.
  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Successfully execute small to medium-sized projects with limited oversight.
  • Self-manage assigned projects and job cost accountability to perform work within budgeted cost estimates.
  • Effectively communicate with other departments and customers to ensure activities are properly coordinated.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited school (Mechanical Engineering degrees accepted for some roles) with a focus on power systems.
  • Ability to travel 50-70% of the time.
  • Microsoft Office product application.
  • Educational experience directly related to working with medium to high voltage electricity (preferred).
  • Knowledge of test equipment and tool/wiring usage.
  • Must have the ability to work independently, and accurately, and have high attention to detail.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to effectively discuss technical recommendations with customers.
  • Strong computer skills.
  • Valid Driver's license and good driving record.

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Benefits & Compensation

Qualus offers a competitive benefits package for eligible employees, which may include Medical, Dental, Vision, 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, and Company Holidays. Benefits offerings may vary based on position, work location, and eligibility requirements. The compensation range for this position is provided in accordance with applicable laws and market practices. The final base salary offered may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, internal equity, performance, and business needs. Compensation ranges are subject to change at the Company's discretion and as permitted by applicable law.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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.

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