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Substation Technical Manager-Renewables
Substation Technical Manager-RenewablesUlteig • Hiawatha, IA, United States
Substation Technical Manager-Renewables

Substation Technical Manager-Renewables

Ulteig • Hiawatha, IA, United States
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

The Opportunity

Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Technical Manager position in the Renewables - Substation department. This role focuses on leading a substation engineering team comprised of professionals with civil and electrical engineering and technician backgrounds. The Technical Manager will play a key role in supporting renewables substation projects, advancing business development initiatives, and contributing to company-wide strategies and objectives.

What You'll Do

As Technical Manager, you will :

  • Interact closely with other corporate business units such as sales, marketing, account management, and project management.
  • Serve as a self-starting technical leader with expertise in leadership, communication, resource management, business acumen, industry framework, and consulting engineering.

Project Technical Lead - 60%

  • Manage and lead all engineering activities during proposal, design, and construction stages of assigned substation projects.
  • Provide project oversight, including managing engineering scope per technical contracts, developing change orders, and maintaining project schedules.
  • Direct and coordinate activities across multiple disciplines and the Project Management group for projects of significant scope.
  • Maintain high levels of quality and responsiveness to meet client requirements in alignment with company expectations.
  • Oversee substation design activities of team members.
  • Review project drawings, calculations, and specifications, assuming responsible charge as needed.
  • Management Responsibilities - 30%

  • Maintain and grow a positive team culture.
  • Provide strategic direction, leadership, and technical oversight to help employees achieve individual, team, department, and organizational goals.
  • Create and manage team budgets, including revenue, profitability, and indirect expenses.
  • Coach, train, and develop engineering technical staff for growth and development opportunities, including regular 1 : 1 meetings, career development discussions, succession planning, quarterly reviews, promotions, team retention, and engagement surveys.
  • Actively manage team resource planning, cross-team and cross-office resourcing, performance reviews, annual merit and bonus decisions, and professional development.
  • Support hiring manager responsibilities and company-wide hiring, including candidate evaluation, technical phone screens, collaboration with HR, and interview debriefs.
  • Business Development Responsibilities - 10%

  • Partner with Sales and engineering teams to promote revenue growth and expand services with clients.
  • Support proposal efforts by developing, providing resources, and reviewing proposals with the Proposal Development Team and Project Management group.
  • Maintain and build positive client relationships.
  • Participate in cross-functional teams on strategic company and department initiatives.
  • What We Expect from You

  • A Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited university or an equivalent institution is required.
  • Candidates must have a minimum of 12 years of engineering experience, with a preference for those who possess direct substation experience.
  • Registration as a Professional Engineer (PE) is required.
  • Strong analytical skills, motivation, and the ability to work effectively under high-pressure situations while maintaining a positive, enthusiastic, and collaborative attitude
  • Demonstrated passion for internal engagement and a commitment to maximizing the development of others.
  • Solid business acumen and in-depth industry knowledge.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills, enabling effective relationships with staff, management, the public, and external agencies.
  • High level of initiative and proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, setting clear expectations and responding promptly to needs.
  • Outstanding presentation, verbal, and written communication skills.
  • Willingness to seek out and explore new opportunities, balanced with an understanding of organizational risk.
  • Proven experience with Microsoft Software Applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, as well as additional specialty software as required.
  • Authorization to work permanently in the United States.
  • A valid driver's license is preferred.
  • Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, address challenges, and drive ongoing improvement.
  • 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 $137,700 - $186,300

  • 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

    Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

    This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.

    For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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