Power Systems Engineer

Qual-Tech Engineers, a division of ECI, provides an entrepreneurial opportunity for each employee to achieve our common mission of Delivering Successful Customer Outcomes 100% of the Time. Qual-Tech performs specialized engineering analysis for a broad industrial customer base including aluminum and steel manufacturing, pulp and paper industries, oil and energy facilities, glass manufacturing, solar substations, and other industrial processes. At Qual-Tech, our strength is our people. We offer the opportunity for advancement, promote good work-life balance, flexible schedules, training programs and stability. We seek individuals that share our passion for excellence.

Business Unit/Department: Engineering

Location: Lawrence, PA

Job Summary: 

The Power Systems Engineer would perform system studies on electrical distribution, generation and transmission systems, reporting to the Engineering Manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform short circuit calculations, overcurrent coordination, load flow and arc flash analyses for customers in the industrial, commercial, and energy fields
• Regularly communicate and meet with customers to ensure the system studies are completed on time and to the customer’s specifications
• Perform simulations related to harmonics, transients and stability under the supervision and guidance of a Senior Power Systems Engineer
• Create detailed and accurate customer reports with clear and concise conclusions and recommendations
• May make harmonic or load measurements at the customer’s facility
• Minor travel, approximately 5-15%, to customer sites to collect data, make measurements, label equipment or discuss report conclusions and recommendations

The Ideal Candidate

• Will have an EI or EIT Certification and the desire to obtain a PE license
• Will have at least 3 years of experience in power systems analysis and project management
• Has experience in industrial or utility distribution and transmission analysis, substation design and working knowledge, electrical power system protection and control, and Arc Flash analysis
• Can demonstrate skill using engineering analysis software such as SKM, ETAP, EasyPower, EDSA, Windmil, PSPICE, or similar applications
• Will have strong verbal and written communication skills

Core Competencies:

• WORK COLLABORATIVELY - Promote an inclusive and positive work environment that encourages collaboration and team building across all levels of the organization. Work with others to resolve obstacles that may prevent the organization from achieving its mission.
• CUSTOMER FOCUS - Demonstrate the desire and knowledge to understand customer needs. Provide personalized, professional, and courteous service, accurate information, continuous communication, and the ability to handle customer concerns in an appropriate manner.
• INTEGRITY - Behave ethically, act fairly, and take responsibility for accomplishing work goals.

Additional Details:

We provide our team with everything needed for success, including world-class products, excellent initial and ongoing training, and top-notch work equipment. We reward hard work and success with a competitive base salary and benefits package, as well as a retirement savings program, which includes 401(k) with company match and profit sharing. Salary is based on experience. EEO/AA/M/F/Veteran/Disability