Substation Lead Electrical Engineer

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Lead Substation Electrical Engineer to support Renewables/Utility/Power projects. 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.
• Provides 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.
• Able 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).
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license preferred.
• Up to 15% travel required.
• Must have the ability to work permanently in the US.

What You Can Expect From Ulteig

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

Additional Opportunity Details

• Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $123,200 - $159,650.
• 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.
• This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 60 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.