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Substation Graduate Engineer

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In-Office
Greenwood Village, CO, USA
79K-96K Annually
Entry level
In-Office
Greenwood Village, CO, USA
79K-96K Annually
Entry level
Performs substation engineering design under supervision, including physical arrangements, grounding and conduit layouts, schematics, wiring diagrams, calculations, technical evaluations, reports, and specifications. Collaborates with technicians, engineers, clients, and other disciplines while supporting power infrastructure projects. The role is hybrid, requires up to 15% travel, and offers development toward professional engineering responsibilities.
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The Opportunity

Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for the position of Graduate Engineer working in the Substation Department. The Graduate Engineer will perform routine engineering tasks; create drawings, calculations, and designs under the supervision of an experienced engineer.  As a Graduate Engineer, we value your presence in the office on a hybrid basis as it fosters a conducive learning environment and facilitates team collaboration.


What You'll Do

Assist in the design, development, and implementation of engineering systems, including; physical substation arrangements, sections/elevations, conduit/grounding layout plans, schematics, wiring diagrams, material lists and similar type drawings as it pertains to substation design. Additionally, the engineer will perform design calculations, sketches, plan preparation, technical comparisons, and similar technical work within the Substation market.


What We Expect from You

  • Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering required. ABET accredited program or equivalent required. 
  • Successful completion of Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam or the ability to obtain within 1 year of hire.
  • Engineering internship experience preferred.
  • Electrical power systems coursework preferred.
  • Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Access).
  • Applies current, standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria to complete engineering tasks.
  • Develops plans, specifications, and observation reports to see that these items are complete, accurate and in accordance with sound engineering practice.
  • Practices efficiency engineering as it pertains to design selection.
  • Recommends alterations to development and design to improve quality.
  • Works closely with engineering technicians and experienced electrical engineers.
  • Performs detailed engineering design and evaluations within specialty.
  • Prepares reports and correspondence concerning the direction of assigned projects.
  • May participate in marketing, sales and business development activities within assigned market.
  • Demonstrates a wide degree of creativity and latitude.
  • Effectively communicates and interacts with clients to ensure we are meeting their needs.
  • Works closely with other disciplines on multi-discipline. 
  • Up to 15% travel required.
  • Must have authorization to work permanently in the US.

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

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Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $79,250 - 96,400
* 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

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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