Solar Lead Engineer
Ulteig
Company Overview
Ulteig
Fargo, ND, United States
1944
Approximately 1,300 employees (source: linkedin.com). Revenue of $187.2 million in FY 2024 (source: ulteig.com).
What They Do
Ulteig is an infrastructure engineering and consulting firm that operates across four key sectors: Power, Renewables, Transportation, and Water. Rather than manufacturing equipment, Ulteig focuses on designing, engineering, and managing infrastructure projects that enhance the efficiency and reliability of essential services. In the Power sector, the company specializes in grid modernization, substations, and SCADA systems, while in Renewables, it emphasizes clean energy generation, particularly in solar and wind infrastructure (source: ulteig.com). Ulteig's services include design engineering, program management, and technical field services, managing over 2,500 projects annually, showcasing its operational scale and expertise in the infrastructure domain.
Projects & Track Record
Ulteig manages a substantial portfolio of projects, averaging over 2,500 technical and field service projects each year, with a notable 13% year-over-year increase in project volume. The company has demonstrated its capability by working in 43 states and 2 provinces, with registered professional engineers in 48 states and 3 provinces, indicating a robust geographic presence and regulatory compliance (source: ulteig.com). Client satisfaction is a strong point for Ulteig, with over 98% of surveyed clients expressing a willingness to select the firm again, highlighting the quality of their project execution and client relationships.
Recent Developments
In January 2024, Ulteig launched PathFinder™, a software tool designed to assist utilities in evaluating emerging technologies, marking a significant step towards digitalization in their service offerings (source: ulteig.com). Additionally, in August 2023, the company appointed Alison Barie as Chief Financial Officer, indicating a strategic evolution in its financial management as it continues to grow. The firm has experienced a four-fold increase in employee count from 350 in 2015 to approximately 1,400 by 2024, reflecting the high demand for its services in the infrastructure market.
Working There
Ulteig employs a diverse range of professionals across various functional areas, including leadership roles such as Chief Operating Officer and Chief Financial Officer, as well as technical positions like design engineers and project managers. The company has 15 office locations, providing geographic flexibility for its workforce, and has been actively hiring, with an 18% year-over-year increase in headcount (source: linkedin.com). Ulteig has been recognized as one of the Best Places to Work, ranking #14 on Glassdoor's national list in 2023, which reflects its commitment to employee satisfaction and a positive workplace culture.
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Job Description
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
- Work with internal team and external clients to develop 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
- Lead project designs of multi-discipline teams of 2-6 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.
- Use Excel spreadsheets, commercial and proprietary engineering software to design Solar PV systems
- Lead site visits to gather notes and take pictures of existing conditions to aid in design and identify critical flaws
- Contribute to continual development of internal solar engineering standards, toolsets and work processes.
- Turning initial system conceptual ideas into fully developed optimized EPC designs.
What We Expect from You
- Bachelor's Degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
- Professional Engineer License (mechanical or Electrical) is Required
- 7+ years of experience in power systems mandatory, with detailed design of solar projects strongly preferred
- Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement.
- Experience with various solar design software programs (or equivalents) like: PVsyst, Cymcap, PVFarm, WinIGS, AutoCAD, Bluebeam Revu, NREL Sam
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 $122,700 - $159,500
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.
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About the role
January 8, 2026
Full Time
Company
January 9, 2026
Flexible
USD 123k–160k yearly
- United States
7+ years
UTC-05:00 — UTC-08:00
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