Solar Lead Engineer

About the opportunity

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. 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 $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.

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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.