Field Inspector

Position Overview Power your future with Qualus in our Field Engineering department as a Protection & Control Field Project Technologist! We're looking for a hands-on individual to lead complex electrical utility projects. You'll manage the day-to-day execution of projects focusing on transmission, distribution equipment, and relay protection upgrades, ensuring they're delivered efficiently and to the highest standards. This role requires being the primary client interface, from initial assessments and proposals to managing all communication and ensuring project compliance. Responsibilities Coordinate and submit planned outage requests in accordance with approved outage coordination plans and project sequencing requirements. Act as the primary client interface, from initial assessment and qualification of project opportunities to handling all correspondence, inquiries, and submittals. This includes conducting site walkthroughs to define scope and revisions and assisting with or generating proposals. Review construction drawings, bills of material (BOMs), and project documentation to procure Protection & Control (P&C) equipment for installation within substation control houses. Develop and maintain wiring sheets, termination documentation, and as-built records for protection and control systems. Provide field leadership and technical direction to wiremen and installation personnel during construction and pre-commissioning activities. Verify protection schemes and zones of protection to ensure proper relay coordination and equipment tripping functions in accordance with system design. Drive project execution and resource coordination by maintaining and overseeing schedules, collaborating with the Operations Team to secure necessary equipment and labor, and assisting with onsite work and material procurement as needed. Coordinate with engineering, construction, testing, and operations personnel to identify and resolve installation and functional issues prior to commissioning. Perform PT/CCVT secondary circuit inspections, testing, and checkout to verify proper installation and functionality. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) or Electrical Engineering Technology (BSET) from an ABET university, with an emphasis on power systems preferred. Navy Nuclear experience (attending “A” school), experience as an EWS (Engineering Watch Supervisor) or PPWS (Propulsion Plant Watch Supervisor), or experience as an Electricians Mate or Electronics Technician accepted in lieu of BS degree. 0-2years’ of relevant post education experience in an electrical engineering capacity, with experience leading large complex projects in the power industry preferred. Experience in reading and interpreting One Line, AC & DC Elementary and Wiring diagrams Proficient computer, computer network, and Android/iPhone app skills: Microsoft Office suite of software, mapping drive letters for server connections, obtaining, installing, and connecting handheld device apps to ‘The Cloud’ or other locations as required. Possesses a strong work ethic, capable of independently resolving project issues. Strives for individual excellence by seeking challenges and self-development, demonstrating high levels of expertise, and showing commitment, self-confidence, and integrity Ability to read company manuals and reports, workplace rules and procedures; speak with poise and confidence, using correct English. Valid driver’s license and good driving record. #LI-JD1 Physical Requirements The position is considered to have moderate physical demands that require the incumbent to communicate orally, hear at a conversationalleveland perform job tasks requiring the use of a telephone and computer. While performing the duties of this job, the employee willbe requiredto perform keying functions,graspand pinch to write. While performing duties of this job,employeewillfrequentlybe requiredto stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel,talkand hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects and tools. Must occasionally lift and/or move up to50pounds Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus. Benefits & Compensation Medical Dental Vision Life Insurance Short and Long-Term Disability 401(k) match Flexible Spending Accounts EAP Parental Leave Paid time off Holidays 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, energy efficiency 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 2,000 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. We are committed to a secure and transparent hiring process. We do not request payment or sensitive personal information, such as Social Security numbers or banking details, during the application process. Please use caution and verify opportunities through our official channels. #J-18808-Ljbffr