**Position Overview** **Power Your Future with Qualus** as an Owners Engineer –The OE will support the execution of project-specific contracts for external consultant-led engineering design work across substations, switching stations, and transmission line projects. This role ensures that the engineering consultants are effectively sourced, contracted, managed, and evaluated throughout the project lifecycle. The OE will work closely with Design Managers, project teams, and prequalified engineering firms to drive consistency, compliance, and performance in all engineering contract activities. **Responsibilities** + Partner with Design Managers to forecast engineering consultant needs for upcoming projects. + Recommend assignment strategies or competitive bid approaches using the pool of prequalified Engineering Consultants. + Support planning efforts to ensure adequate consultant capacity and alignment with project schedules. Bid & Procurement Management + Coordinate scope development with internal design groups to ensure clarity and alignment. + Prepare and execute Requests for Proposals (RFPs) for engineering design services. + Organize and facilitate Pre-Bid and Scoping Meetings as required. + Manage the Request for Information (RFI) process during bidding. + Coordinate technical evaluations of consultant proposals. + Conduct commercial reviews and ensure compliance with procurement requirements and established Letter of Agreements. + Secure all necessary internal approvals for contract awards. + Issue Notices to Proceed (NTPs) for all awarded engineering contracts. Contract Administration + Manage and process change orders for engineering contracts, ensuring proper documentation and justification. + Maintain accurate contract records, cost tracking, and change order logs. + Monitor contract performance metrics and ensure adherence to contractual obligations. Consultant Performance Management + Track and communicate consultant performance throughout the project lifecycle. + Facilitate feedback loops between internal design teams and external consultants. + Maintain and update Consultant Scorecards. + Identify and document issues or non-compliance and support corrective action processes. + Hold consultants accountable for performance expectations and contract requirements. Reporting & Cost Tracking + Maintain consultant-related reporting, including cost tracking, change order summaries, and performance metrics. + Provide cost projections and support project teams with financial visibility. + Use data and performance measurements to monitor progress and drive continuous improvement in consultant management practices. \#LI-MH1 **Qualifications** + Knowledge of relevant industry standards such as National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), National Electric code (NEC) and IEEE. + Working knowledge and experience focused on development of physical electrical substation design. + Prior utility or utility consulting experience, preferred. + Ability to provide mentorship and guidance to developing engineers on the team; maintain good working relationship and collaborate with other multi-discipline project team members. + Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal and written skills. + Excellent document management and organizational skills. + Strong attention to detail; analytical and problem-solving skills. + Ability to effectively prioritize when provided with multiple projects and deadlines. + Education: BS Electrical Engineering required + Experience: Experience in substation design + Specialized Knowledge, Certifications and Licenses: Knowledge of AutoCAD and/or MicroStation is preferred. FE/EIT certification is recommended.  **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 expected compensation range for this position is based upon several factors, including but not limited toeducation, qualifications, prior relevant work experience and work location. **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** 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. To view a copy of the Qualus Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Policy Statement, click here. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process, and need an alternative method for applying, please email careers@qualuscorp.com. Submit Referral Submit Referral **Job Locations** _US-SC-Moncks Corner_ **ID** _2026-4760_ **Category** _Applied Solutions & Program Management_ **Position Type** _Regular Full Time_ **Remote:** _Yes_