Design Engineer - Battery Energy Storage

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; Fargo (ND); Remote; USD 94,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Collaborative Environment

Innovative Culture

Job summary

Ulteig Engineers, Inc. is seeking a Design Engineer - Battery Energy Storage (BESS) to support utility-scale renewable projects nationwide.

This role can be remote from anywhere in the US or from Ulteig offices, contributing to design packages for BESS facilities 50–500MW+. You will work with clients and internal teams to develop layouts, collection systems, and studies, applying electrical engineering fundamentals and CAD tools.

Qualifications

• Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent is required.
• 2–4 years of experience in power systems, with strong preference for Renewable BESS design.
• Experience with CYMCAP, ETAP and/or EasyPower is preferred.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and presentation skills; proficient with MS Office.
• Experience with AutoCAD or Revit is a plus.
• Ability to multi-task, work with teams, and adapt to evolving tech.

Responsibilities

• Develop renewable project design/construction packages including BESS layouts and studies.
• Create electrical one-lines, collection systems and equipment installation details for utility-scale systems 50–500MW+.
• Collaborate with clients to ensure successful project execution.
• Lead multi-discipline design teams and support early-stage conceptual designs.
• Contribute to engineering standards, tools and workflows.
• Turn concepts into fully developed EPC designs, meeting schedules.
• Maintain strong attention to detail and teamwork.

Skills

Power systems

BESS design

CYMCAP

ETAP

EasyPower

AutoCAD/Revit familiarity

MS Office

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Electrical Engineering degree

Equivalent degree

Tools

CYMCAP

ETAP

EasyPower

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is currently seeking talented and motivated Design Engineer - Battery Energy Storage (BESS) market candidates to support design of utility scale renewable 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

• Work with internal team and external clients to develop renewable project design/construction packages including BESS layouts, electrical one-lines, collection systems, collection system studies, and equipment installation details for Utility Scale renewable systems (50-500MW+).
• Interact directly with clients for successful project execution
• Design projects of multi-discipline teams of 2-4 people including a design engineer (focused on the layout, details, etc.), a system studies engineer, with additional support from CAD technicians.
• Support development of early-stage projects with conceptual designs and material take-offs.
• Contribute to continual development of internal engineering standards, toolsets and work processes.
• Turning initial system conceptual ideas into fully developed optimized EPC designs.
• Must have strong attention to detail.
• Must collaborate well with a team.

What We Expect from You

• Degree in Electrical Engineering required or equivalent required.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of experience in power systems, with detailed design of Renewable BESS strongly preferred.
• Experience with CYMCAP preferred.
• Experience with ETAP and or EasyPower Preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly and effectively present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point)
• Experience/familiarity with AUTOCAD or Revit is preferred but not necessary.
• Must be a self-starter and willing to identify improvements and implement them, utilizing support from others
• Must be capable of devising new approaches to problems encountered.
• Due to the dynamic nature of the renewable energy market, the ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies is a must.
• Knowledge of BESS and or Wind systems, NEC requirements, and construction practices is strongly preferred.
• The position requires the ability to effectively multi-task and manage numerous projects/tasks simultaneously, frequently within aggressive and compressed schedule.
• Ability to maintain project schedule and achieve target due dates.
• Excellent presentation and verbal/written communications skills
• Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, clients and external agencies
• If working remote must have reliable high speed internet capabilities.
• Up to 15% travel required
• Valid driver's license preferred
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

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.

Ulteig is a Drug Free Workplace

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $93,800 - $126,900

* 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.

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