Substation Lead Electrical Engineer

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Lead Substation Electrical Engineer. The Lead Electrical Engineer acts as a technical leader and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures on complex projects. Plans, schedules, conducts and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work. 

What You'll Do

Makes design recommendations, adaptations and modifications for utility substations, relay automation equipment and drawings associated. Performs calculations using engineering formulas and skills. Provide technical guidance to other engineers.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required. Master’s degree a plus. ABET accredited program or equivalent required.
• PE registration required.
• 7+ years of engineering experience.
• Effective leadership and mentoring skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communications, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Capable of leading complex substation projects with a multidiscipline team from full scope estimating and proposals, through detailed design, to commissioning and construction support for energization.    
• Proficient with substation protection and control design and industry standards.
• Capable of reviewing and producing design drawings, including one-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, wiring diagrams, and control panel elevations.
• Ability to perform AC & DC substation studies.
• Knowledge of substation electrical physical (apparatus) equipment.
• Knowledge of basic relay settings a plus.
• On site commissioning and/or construction support a plus.
• Knowledge of National Electrical Code (NEC) a plus.
• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point).
• Must have the ability to work permanently in the US.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig is a purpose driven organization that has built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees for over 75 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, it means you will have the opportunity to make a difference by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We realize that a huge part of our success has relied heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. Being 100% employee-owned means, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace
• Employee Ownership
• Competitive Pay
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Collaborative Environment
• Innovative Culture

Our vision is to be the most trusted partners transforming our world’s critical infrastructure. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors®, including power, renewables, transportation and water. Ulteig's footprint spans the country and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients. 

At Ulteig, we deeply care and listen to the needs of our team to ensure they are comfortable and have the necessary tools to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. We strive to allow a balance and separation between home and work life and provide support and a flexible working schedule so that employees are able to focus on what's important to them. Our offices are currently open, and employees have the option of accessing them to work. We will continue to monitor and respond to COVID-19 proactively to ensure the safety of our valued employees.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today! 

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

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Additional Opportunity Details:
Compensation Range is Generally +/- 15% of Position Mid-Point of $116,000*
* The salary displayed represents the middle of a range. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary include your job specific skills, education, training, job location, number of years of experience related to this role and comparison to other employees already in this role

Notice to Recruiters and Staffing Agencies:  to protect the interests of all parties, Ulteig Engineers, Inc., will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate or an approved vendor that has a written and signed agreement in place with Ulteig. Please do not contact or forward resumes to our company employees or locations. Any unsolicited resumes will be considered Ulteig property. Ulteig is not responsible for any charges or fees related to unsolicited resumes.