Lead Engineer Geotechnical - Renewable

The Opportunity

Ulteig is seeking talented and motivated candidates for a Lead Geotechnical Engineer -Renewables role supporting utility-scale solar photovoltaic and battery storage projects. The selected candidate will engage with Ulteig's civil, structural, and electrical design teams and our clients to provide innovative, forward thinking design solutions to facilitate the development, design, and construction of renewable energy projects.

What You'll Do

• Performs preliminary and final roadway structural section and foundation design, and supports other civil, structural, and electrical design workflows as necessary on a case-by-case basis.

• Reviews geotechnical reports, field photographs, site topography and geology, and public soils data sources and makes recommendations on additional field and laboratory testing necessary to produce the required downstream civil, structural, and electrical design deliverables.

• Reviews and/or specifies pile test programs for utility scale solar/wind/battery storage projects.

• Reviews foundation and gravel road design work performed by others and makes recommendations for any changes that improve project value and/or risk profile when desired by client.

• Performs preliminary and final structural foundation design, and supports other civil, structural, and electrical design workflows as necessary on a case-by-case basis.

• Mentors and checks design computations performed by internal structural staff.

• Performs Pile Lateral Analysis to determine pile deflections at elevations of interest.

• Builds proprietary design tools suitable for own use and use by other qualified team members.

• Reviews plans and specifications for constructability, safety, and risk management considerations.

• Maintains a value engineering mindset throughout development, design, and construction.

• Works closely with business and engineering staff across multiple markets and technical disciplines.

• Works closely with clients to understand nuanced technical needs and identify best feasible solution(s).

• Supports marketing, sales and business development activities within assigned market.

• Demonstrates a wide degree of out-of-the-box thinking, creativity, and design ownership.

• Up to 20% travel anticipated for this role with travel for site visits, visiting clients, and representing Ulteig at conferences and trade shows as warranted.

• Must have permanent authorization to work in US.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from an ABET accredited program or equivalent required.

• Civil or Geotechnical Professional Engineer (PE) registration required.

• NCEES Council Record preferred.

• Minimum of 7+ years of geotechnical engineering experience required. Specific experience performing structural foundation design on utility scale solar projects in a fast-paced consulting environment is preferred. Knowledge of renewable energy systems is preferred.

• Proficiency in interpreting geotechnical data reports and estimating representative engineering properties of onsite soils, and the ability to effectively communicate associated risks to team and client required.

• Proficiency in oversight and interpretation of pile testing is required.

• In-depth knowledge of ASCE 7, IBC, AISC 360, and ACI 318 required. Knowledge of commonly used ASTM test methods required.

• Demonstrated proficiency and working knowledge of terrain modeling in AutoCAD, Revit and/or Civil 3D is desired.

• Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook).

• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.

• Knowledge of basic computer programming sufficient to communicate nuanced design processes and inform development of proprietary automation by others desired.

• Experience with Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook) required.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Working at Ulteig is more than a job, it means you will be making a difference. Our vision is to be among the most highly regarded engineering and technical services firms in North America. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including power, renewables, transportation and water. Ulteig's footprint spans the country and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

We offer our team members:

• Flexible Workplace

• Employee Ownership

• Competitive Pay

• Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Collaborative Environment

• Innovative Culture

Working at Ulteig is more than a job, it means you will be making a difference. Our vision is to be among the most highly regarded engineering and technical services firms in North America. Ulteig connects people and resources to develop compelling, integrated solutions across multiple Lifeline Sectors, including power, renewables, transportation and water. Ulteig's footprint spans the country and leverages its expertise with a wide range of public and private clients.

If you would like to be a part of a company that empowers their employees, apply today!

Ulteig provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, age, veteran status, disability and any other legally protected status. Drug Free Workplace.

ACHIEVE | GROW | COLLABORATE

Additional Opportunity Details:

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $119,600 - $155,000

*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