Lead Systems Integrator

Ulteig; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 111,200 - 150,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Workplace

Employee Ownership

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Collaborative Environment

Innovative Culture

Job summary

Ulteig is seeking a Lead Systems Integrator to design, develop, and commission advanced electrical control systems, focusing on PLC/HMI integration for renewable energy projects and substations.

You will mentor junior engineers, manage project schedules, and ensure deliverables meet quality standards while collaborating with internal teams and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Advanced experience with electrical/control systems and automation concepts.
• Expertise in PLC programming and HMI design.
• Experience designing/troubleshooting fiber optic networks.
• Ability to interpret electrical schematics and P&C drawings.
• Strong background in automation, integration, and system protection.
• Mentoring and strong communication skills.
• Experience with multiple PLC platforms (e.g., Schneider, SEL RTAC, Allen Bradley).
• Ignition platform experience; familiarity with ModbusTCP/DNP3 protocols.
• Willingness to travel 25–35% and valid US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Review and create electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, mentoring juniors.
• Design and integrate PLC/HMI systems for renewable energy automation.
• Integrate substation systems including relays and RTACs; ensure network communications.
• Lead testing and on-site field commissioning; troubleshoot and ensure performance.
• Collaborate with teams and stakeholders to drive project success.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards and safety regulations (NERC CIP).
• Mentor others and promote learning of new technologies and techniques.
• Lead large technical and multidisciplinary projects.

Skills

PLC programming

HMI design

Allen-Bradley

Schneider Electric

SEL RTAC

Ignition platform

ModbusTCP

DNP3

3-phase power

Voltage regulation

PPA & LGIA interpretation

LGIA interpretation

Travel willingness

Driver's license

US work authorization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

RTAC

Job description

The Opportunity

The Lead Systems Integrator designs, develops, and commissions advanced electrical control systems, with a focus on integrating PLC and HMI systems for efficient operation and communication. Lead systems integrators are responsible for maintaining project schedules and ensuring the quality of project deliverables. Mentoring and collaboration with engineering teams is essential to ensure system compatibility and enhance substation efficiency.

What You'll Do

• Review and create, maintain, and interpret electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and other project documentation, providing learning opportunities for junior team members.
• Review, design and integrate PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) and HMI (Human Machine Interface) systems for renewable energy automation applications while providing learning opportunities for junior team members.
• Perform and review the work for the integration of substation systems and devices, including protective relays, RTACs (Real-Time Automation Controllers), and communication networks.
• Lead testing and mentor junior team members to troubleshoot electrical control systems to ensure proper functionality and performance.
• Oversee and perform on-site field commissioning activities, such as system installation, device power up, and network troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external stakeholders to ensure project success.
• Assist others in obtaining up-to-date knowledge and ensure adherence to relevant industry standards and safety regulations, including NERC CIP.
• Help others learn and understand new technologies and programming techniques.
• Leading large technical and multidisciplinary projects.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or a closely related discipline; equivalent professional experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Advanced experience applying electrical systems, control systems, and automation concepts.
• Advanced experience with PLC programming and HMI design. Efficiency in more than one programming language (Ladder Logic, Function Block Diagram, or Structured Text).
• Demonstrated experience designing and/or troubleshooting fiber optic networks.
• Strong experience interpreting electrical schematics, including single-line diagrams and P&C drawings.
• Strong experience with HMI design, development, and commissioning.
• Proven application of automation, integration, and system protection principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to mentor others in a technical field.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong experience with more than one PLC platform (e.g. Schneider Electric, SEL RTAC, Allen Bradley).
• Strong experience in Inductive Automation's Ignition platform.
• Strong understanding of common industrial communications protocols including ModbusTCP and/or DNP3.
• Strong understanding of 3-phase power generation control principles.
• Strong knowledge of implementing Automatic Voltage Regulation Schemes including setpoint, power factor, and voltage control.
• Ability to read, interpret, and implement Power Purchase Agreements and LGIAs and translate into control schemes.
• Knowledge and understanding of voltage regulation concepts and ISO specific requirements.
• Willing to travel 25-35% of the time.
• Valid driver's license and ability to meet company driving standards.
• Must have permanent authorization to work in U.S.
• Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong experience with SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) systems and related technologies.
• Strong understanding of electrical schematics.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity in industrial control systems.
• Strong experience tuning PID (Proportional Integral Derivative) control loops.

Benefits

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

Additional Opportunity Details

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $111,200 - $150,400.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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