Ulteig Engineers Inc

Solar Lead Engineer

Ulteig Engineers Inc$126K — $164K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering.
  • Electrical PE license required or in the process of obtaining it.
  • 7+ years of experience in solar or power generation.
  • Proficiency with solar design software (CYMCAP, PVFARM, SAM, PVsyst).
  • Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
  • Experience in project and client management.
  • Knowledge of electrical systems and construction practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead design teams in creating optimized solar project plans for construction.
  • Engage directly with clients to ensure project success.
  • Review and maintain quality control of engineering designs.
  • Act as the signing engineer for PV electrical designs.
  • Develop and enhance internal solar engineering standards and processes.
  • Conduct site visits to address client needs and build relationships.
  • Support early-stage project development with conceptual designs.

Benefits

  • Remote work option or access to office locations in the US.
  • Ongoing professional development opportunities.
  • Collaborative work environment in the Renewables Lifeline Sector.
Full Job Description
The Opportunity

Ulteig is currently seeking talented and motivated Solar Lead Engineer candidates to support the design of utility scale solar projects nationwide. This role will be a strategic contributor to the growth of our Renewables Lifeline Sector®. Qualified candidates will be considered to work remote from any location in the US, or if candidate chooses may work from any of Ulteig's existing office locations.

What You'll Do
  • Lead project design teams of 2-6 people including a design engineer, CAD technician, and system studies engineers taking high-level designs into optimized designs ready for construction. Designs will include solar PV design/construction packages including solar array layouts, electrical one-lines, collection systems, collection system studies, and equipment installation details for Utility Scale Solar PV systems (50-500MW+)
  • Interact directly with clients for successful project execution.
  • Review and quality control designs to ensure they adhere to internal standards, industry best practice, and client requirements.
  • Act as the signing engineer for PV electrical designs.
  • Contribute to continual development of internal solar engineering standards, toolsets and work processes.
  • Lead site visits and conferences to meet client requests and strengthen relationships.
  • Support development of early-stage projects with conceptual designs and material take-offs.

What We Expect from You
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an accredited program.
  • Electrical PE license required or ability to obtain licensure within 6 months.
  • 7+ years of experience in the solar industry or power generation.
  • Experience with various solar design software programs (CYMCAP, PVFARM, SAM, PVsyst etc.).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels.
  • Ability to manage projects, tasks, and clients to satisfy internal and external needs.
  • Experience with estimating or designing electrical systems is mandatory. Knowledge of photovoltaic systems, NEC requirements, and construction practices is strongly preferred.
  • Must have the ability to work permanently in the US.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $126,400 - $164,300
* 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.

About Ulteig Engineers Inc

Ulteig Engineers is a leading engineering and technical services firm that delivers comprehensive and integrated services to clients in the power, transportation, oil and gas, and water markets. The company provides engineering, surveying, and consulting services to clients across the United States. Ulteig Engineers has a team of over 800 professionals who are committed to delivering innovative solutions that meet the unique needs of each client. The company is headquartered in Fargo, North Dakota, and has additional offices in Minnesota, Colorado, and Iowa.
Learn more about Ulteig Engineers Inc
Size
800 employees
Industry
Net Income
$10 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$150 million

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