Renewable Lead Engineer

Ulteig; Bismarck (ND); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking company is seeking a Renewables Electrical Lead Engineer to drive innovation in battery energy storage and wind projects. This role involves leading complex electrical designs, ensuring technical excellence, and contributing to the growth of the Renewables Lifeline Sector. You'll collaborate with teams and clients, perform critical electrical studies, and prepare specifications for advanced equipment. This position offers the flexibility to work remotely or from any of the company's office locations, making it an exciting opportunity for professionals passionate about renewable energy and engineering excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in renewable energy or power systems.
• PE or P. Eng. license is required.
• Strong knowledge of wind and battery energy storage systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead electrical design for wind and battery energy storage projects.
• Coordinate with teams and clients to ensure project success.
• Conduct electrical studies and prepare technical specifications.

Skills

Renewable Energy Systems

Electrical Engineering

Project Management

Communication Skills

Analytical Skills

Team Leadership

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

ETAP

Easypower

PSCAD

CYME

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking qualified candidates for the position of Renewables Electrical Lead Engineer. In this role, you will act as a project lead on battery energy storage systems (BESS) and wind projects. You will serve as a technical leader, applying standard engineering techniques, procedures, and criteria to complex renewable energy projects. This role will be a strategic contributor to the growth of our Renewables Lifeline Sector. Qualified candidates will be considered to work remotely from any location in the US, or if preferred, from any of Ulteig's existing office locations.

What You'll Do

1. Develop and review electrical designs for wind and battery energy storage projects, including one-line diagrams, grounding, protection schemes, and cable sizing.
2. Serve as the technical lead on projects, coordinating with internal teams, external partners, and clients to ensure technical excellence and project success.
3. Perform electrical studies such as cable ampacity, energy loss, short-circuit analysis, protection coordination, and grounding analysis.
4. Prepare technical specifications for electrical equipment including transformers, switchgear, inverters, and batteries.
5. Provide engineering support during procurement, construction, and commissioning phases, including field inspections and troubleshooting.
6. Conduct technical reviews and enforce quality control to maintain high standards in design and implementation.
7. Provide technical guidance during construction, commissioning, and troubleshooting to ensure the design intent is achieved in the field.
8. Research new technologies and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project performance and efficiency.
9. Ensure designs meet applicable codes, standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., NEC, IEEE, NFPA, NESC).
10. Participate in client meetings, present technical information clearly, and support proposal development with technical input.

What We Expect from You

1. Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering required. ABET-accredited program or equivalent required.
2. PE or P. Eng. license required.
3. 10+ years of experience preferred in renewable energy, power systems, or a related industry.
4. Experience with engineering software such as ETAP, Easypower, PSCAD, CYME, AutoCAD, or similar.
5. Experience leading projects and/or teams.
6. Strong knowledge of wind energy systems and battery energy storage systems and technologies.
7. Strong written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to clearly present complex information to all levels of employees, management, and clients.
8. Proficient in reviewing and producing design drawings, including General Arrangements, Elevations, Cable and Conduit Plans, Grounding Plans, Physical Connection Details, and schematics.
9. Ability to perform AC & DC studies using electrical modeling software. Proficiency with software such as ETAP, Easypower, CYME, CDEGS, or similar.
10. Knowledge of NEC, NESC, and industry standards is required.
11. Experience with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
12. Ability to multitask and manage multiple projects within aggressive schedules.
13. Ability to maintain project schedules and meet deadlines.
14. Effective interpersonal skills to establish and maintain professional relationships.
15. Analytical, self-motivated, and able to work in a high-paced environment with a positive attitude.
16. Up to 15% travel required.
17. Valid driver's license preferred.
18. If remote, must have reliable high-speed internet.
19. Must have permanent authorization to work in the US.

We encourage applicants to think outside the box and consider their potential, even if they don't meet 100% of the listed skills. We value talent, ability, and potential, and are committed to creating an environment for growth. Relevant military experience is also considered.