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The Subconsultant Lead Engineer acts as a technical leader for subconsultant-based projects, overseeing design documentation, scheduling, and quality control. They provide technical guidance to team members and subconsultants while ensuring all engineering practices meet client standards.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and have at least 6 years of experience in the Power Engineering field. A PE license is strongly preferred, along with proficiency in substation design and project management.
Full job description
The Opportunity
Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Subconsultant Lead Engineer. This role will focus on supporting Ulteig’s growth in subconsultant partnerships and will report directly to the Technical Manager- Subconsultants. The Subconsultant Lead Engineer will be assigned as the Project Technical Lead (PTL) on subconsultant-based projects. The Subconsultant Lead Engineer, with the help of subconsultants, will lead the effort to develop scoping documents, estimates, schedules, substation drawings, including (but not limited to too) General Arrangements, Elevations, Cable and Conduit Plans, Grounding Plans, AC/DC Schematics, Panel Elevations, Electrical Equipment Enclosure Plans, Wiring Diagrams, Specifications, and Reports to ensure that they are complete, accurate, and in accordance with sound engineering practices and client standards.
What You'll Do
The Subconsultant Lead Engineer acts as a technical leader and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures on moderately complex projects. Plans, schedules, conducts and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work. Makes design recommendations, adaptations and modifications for utility substations. Performs calculations using engineering formulas and skills. Involved in the resolution of design problems, which may include performing field investigation or observation, detailed design work and detailed quality control (QC) review of design calculations. Coordinates specific design aspects of a project requiring the ability to plan, schedule, conduct, and communicate work with team members. Provide technical guidance to other engineers, including subconsultant partners.
What We Expect from You
Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering required. ABET accredited program or equivalent required.
PE License strongly preferred. Ability to obtain within 1 year required.
6+ years of experience in the Power Engineering field
Effective leadership and mentoring skills.
Oversight, leadership, and quality review of subconsultant engineering design and project scheduling on subconsultant-resourced projects.
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.
On site commissioning and/or construction support experience a plus.
Prior experience with physical, protection & control, and/or civil/structural design of electrical power substations required.
Capable of reviewing and producing design drawings, including General Arrangements, Elevations, Cable and Conduit Plans, Grounding Plans, Physical Connection Details, AC/DC schematics, and wiring diagrams
Ability to perform AC & DC substation studies a plus
Experience using ground grid modeling software a plus
Knowledge of substation protection and control schemes a plus
Knowledge of basic relay settings, National Electric Code (NEC), National Electrical Safety Code (NESC), and Rural Utilities Service (RUS) design guide a plus.
High level of initiative and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with clear expectations while being highly responsive, internally and externally.
Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point and Access) and additional software knowledge depending on specialty.
Valid driver’s license and ability to meet company driving standards.
Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
Must have permanent authorization to work in US.
Travel 10-15%
As you consider applying for a position at Ulteig, we encourage you to think outside the box – because we do! You might not meet 100% of the skills listed in a description, but we are committed to hiring people with exceptional talent, ability and potential, and then creating an environment where they can become the best versions of themselves. We don’t want to miss out on the possibility of speaking with the next outstanding Ulteig team member, so please apply if you think this role is a great match for your unique skills and strengths. And, yes, relevant military experience is absolutely considered for transitioning service members.
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 80 years. Working at Ulteig is more than a job, opening opportunities to make an impact by creating and solving for a sustainable future. We recognize our success relies heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. We prioritize flexibility and staying connected to meet your needs and help you achieve your goals. We value your unique perspective, respect your individuality and celebrate your contributions. At Ulteig, 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 is a trusted partner in engineering North America’s essential infrastructure and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.
At Ulteig, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive whether they choose to work remotely, hybrid or in office. Regardless of where you work, you are empowered to build a workday that best suits your strengths. We strive to ensure a balance and separation between home and work life. We support a flexible working schedule so employees are able to focus on what's important to them.
If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!
Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace
ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE
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.
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.
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We Listen. We Solve. Modernizing Infrastructure. Strengthening Communities.
Industry
Civil Engineering
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1944
Headquarters
Fargo, ND
LinkedIn followers
22,142
Ulteig delivers comprehensive design engineering, program management and technical and field services that strengthen infrastructure vital to everyday life. We have over 80 years of experience and reputation, driving reliable solutions. Our team of forward-thinking innovative experts make critical connections, putting together the complex, multi-disciplinary strategies you need in today’s changing world. Our footprint spans the nation and provides its expertise in multiple Lifeline Sectors ®, including power, renewables, transportation and water, to a wide range of public and private clients. Over 96% of our surveyed clients said they would select Ulteig again. They spoke to the exceptional partnership, responsiveness, communication and results.
Our Purpose:
Creating and solving for a sustainable future.
Our Vision:
To be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastucture.
Our core values:
Client Success
Integrity
Enthusiasm
Inclusion
Agility
Innovation
Our company is employee-owned.
Offices: 3350 38th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, US · 6400 S Fiddlers Green Circle, Suite 600, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, US · 4000 Lexington Ave N, St. Paul, Minnesota 55126, US · 419 Riverwood Dr, 201, Bismarck, North Dakota 58504, US · 5701 S. Corporate Place, Suite 1, Sioux Falls, SD 57108, US
We Listen. We Solve. Modernizing Infrastructure. Strengthening Communities.
Industry
Civil Engineering
Company size
1,001-5,000 employees
Founded
1944
Headquarters
Fargo, ND
LinkedIn followers
22,142
Ulteig delivers comprehensive design engineering, program management and technical and field services that strengthen infrastructure vital to everyday life. We have over 80 years of experience and reputation, driving reliable solutions. Our team of forward-thinking innovative experts make critical connections, putting together the complex, multi-disciplinary strategies you need in today’s changing world. Our footprint spans the nation and provides its expertise in multiple Lifeline Sectors ®, including power, renewables, transportation and water, to a wide range of public and private clients. Over 96% of our surveyed clients said they would select Ulteig again. They spoke to the exceptional partnership, responsiveness, communication and results.
Our Purpose:
Creating and solving for a sustainable future.
Our Vision:
To be the most trusted partners transforming our world's critical infrastucture.
Our core values:
Client Success
Integrity
Enthusiasm
Inclusion
Agility
Innovation
Our company is employee-owned.
Offices: 3350 38th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58104, US · 6400 S Fiddlers Green Circle, Suite 600, Greenwood Village, CO 80111, US · 4000 Lexington Ave N, St. Paul, Minnesota 55126, US · 419 Riverwood Dr, 201, Bismarck, North Dakota 58504, US · 5701 S. Corporate Place, Suite 1, Sioux Falls, SD 57108, US