Ulteig · 13 hours ago
Lead Structural Engineer - Renewables
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
7+ years expUlteig is seeking talented and motivated candidates for a Lead Structural 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.
Consulting
No H1B
Responsibilities
Acts as Engineer of Record for renewable structural engineering projects in multiple states and/or provinces. Acquires additional licenses as necessary to meet project/client needs
Calculates loads for equipment located on solar and Battery storage projects
Performs preliminary and final structural 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 renewable energy projects
Checks design computations performed by internal structural staff when appropriate
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
Mentors’ other engineers and designers
Regularly participates in client coordination calls to communicate design recommendations, provide technical guidance, and ensure alignment on project direction and expectations
Majority of the work will be in the office, with some general travel for design construction support, visiting clients, and representing Ulteig at conferences and trade shows as warranted
Qualification
Required
Bachelors Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering from an ABET accredited program or equivalent is required
Civil and/or Structural Professional Engineer (PE or SE) registration required (Or ability to acquire within 6 months of hire), NCEES Council Record required (Or ability to acquire within 6 months of hire)
Minimum of 7+ years of structural engineering experience required
Proficiency in LPile, APile, or equivalent industry standard numerical foundation analysis software required
Additional experience in RISA 3D, STAAD or other structural design software required
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
In-depth knowledge of ASCE 7, IBC, AISC 360, and ACI 318 required
Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook)
Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S
Preferred
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 oversight and interpretation of pile testing is preferred
Knowledge of commonly used ASTM test methods desired
Demonstrated proficiency and working knowledge of AutoCAD, Revit and/or Civil 3D is desired
Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement
Benefits
Flexible Workplace
Employee Ownership
Competitive Pay
Comprehensive Benefits Package
Collaborative Environment
Innovative Culture
Company
Ulteig
Ulteig is a civil engineering company that offers engineering, surveying, and consulting services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Doug Jaeger
President and Chief Executive Officer
Bryan Gess
Chief Digital Officer (CDO)
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