Substation Lead Electrical Engineer

Lead Substation Electrical Engineer

Ulteig is seeking a Lead Substation Electrical Engineer to support renewable energy and utility power projects. The Lead Electrical Engineer serves as a technical leader, applying standard engineering techniques to complex projects and coordinating detailed phases of assigned work.

• Make design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications for utility substations, relay automation equipment, and associated drawings.
• Perform engineering calculations using standard formulas.
• Provide technical guidance to fellow engineers.

• 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 communication, time management, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Capable of leading complex substation projects with a multidisciplinary 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 and 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 Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and openness to innovation through evolving technology and AI tools to improve workflows.
• Up to 15% travel required.
• Valid driver's license preferred.
• Must have the ability to work permanently in the US.

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

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $123,200 - $159,650.

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