Studies Engineer

Ulteig Engineers, Inc.; United States; Hybrid; USD 111,000 - 150,000; 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 Studies Engineer to lead advanced power system analyses for renewable energy projects, delivering rigorous studies and practical engineering solutions.

You will manage complex studies such as TOV, TRV, AC interference, and EMT-related topics using PSCAD, Polaris, CDEGS, ASPEN Line Constants, and TLW-GEN, while mentoring junior engineers.

This role offers a collaborative, flexible work environment and the opportunity to help advance North America’s critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited or equivalent).
• Have or working towards a PE or P.Eng. license, required.
• A minimum of 4 years of working experience, with at least 3 years of experience directly related to power systems.
• Proficiency with engineering software: ETAP, Easypower, PSCAD, Polaris, CDEGS, ASPEN Line Constants, TLW-GEN.
• Experience working on renewable projects required.

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.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication

Self-motivated

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited or equivalent Electrical Engineering degree

PE or P.Eng. license

Tools

ETAP

Easypower

PSCAD

Polaris

CDEGS

ASPEN Line Constants

TLW-GEN

Job description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking highly skilled and motivated Studies Engineers 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 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).
• Have or working towards a PE or P.Eng. license, required.
• A minimum of 4 years of working experience, with at least 3 years of experience directly related to power systems.
• 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.

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

Achieve | Grow | Collaborate

Our vision

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.

Workplace Flexibility

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.

Additional Opportunity Details

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

• 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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