What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Studies Engineer position at Ulteig?
The Opportunity
Ulteig is seeking highly skilled and motivated Lead studies-level engineering candidates to support power system studies in the renewable energy markets. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of renewable energy solutions through rigorous analysis and innovative engineering practices.
What You'll Do
As a Lead Studies Engineer, you will lead advanced power system analysis in the renewable energy sector. You'll manage complex studies-such as TOV, TRV, AC interference, 5mA, insulation coordination, and EMF-using tools like PSCAD, Polaris, CDEGS, ASPEN Line Constants, and TLW-GEN. Your expertise will drive smarter, safer, and more efficient energy solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct high-level system studies to support renewable energy projects.
- Apply specialized software to model and analyze electrical phenomena.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to interpret results and recommend solutions.
- Ensure technical accuracy and compliance with industry standards.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Develop procedures for new study areas and support business development.
- Serve as technical lead on projects, coordinating with internal teams, external partners, and clients.
- Conduct technical reviews and enforce quality control standards.
- Research new technologies and contribute to process improvements.
- Participate in client meetings, present technical information, and support proposal development.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited or equivalent).
- PE or P.Eng. license required.
- 7 years of experience in renewable energy, power systems, or related industry.
- Proficiency with engineering software: ETAP, Easypower, PSCAD, Polaris, CDEGS, ASPEN Line Constants, TLW-GEN.
- Experience working on renewable projects required.
- Ability to independently manage workload and complete tasks.
- Strong analytical skills, self-motivated, and able to work under pressure.
- Excellent presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal skills to build effective relationships with staff, management, clients, and external agencies.
- Must have authorization to work permanently in U.S
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience performing electromagnetic transient (EMT) and switching transient studies, including lightning, switching events, converter-based resource interactions, and protection-related transients.
- Hands-on experience with transient modeling and analysis tools such as PSCAD (or equivalent EMT tools).
- Experience supporting transient studies for renewable energy facilities, HV/EHV transmission systems, or interconnection projects.
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 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.
If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!
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Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role $122,700- $159,500
* 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
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