Electrical Engineer - Substation Renewables

The Opportunity

Ulteig and its affiliated companies are hiring an Electrical Engineer – Substation Renewables to support Renewables/Utility/Power projects. The Substation Engineer develops and reviews utility substation drawings, including General Arrangements, Elevations, Cable and Conduit Plans, Grounding Plans, AC/DC Schematics, panel elevations, electrical equipment enclosure plans, wiring diagrams, specifications, and reports to ensure that they are complete, accurate, and in accordance with sound engineering practices and client standards.

**Please note that resumes must be submitted in English for the application to be considered**

What You’ll Do

The Substation Engineer acts as a technical leader and applies standard engineering techniques and procedures on moderately complex projects. Plans, schedules, conducts, and/or coordinates detailed phases of assigned project work. Makes design recommendations, adaptations, and modifications for utility substations.

Performs calculations using engineering formulas and skills. Involved in the resolution of design problems, which may include performing field investigation or observation, detailed design work, and detailed quality control (QC) review of design calculations. Coordinates specific design aspects of a project requiring the ability to plan, schedule, conduct, and communicate work with team members. Provides technical guidance to other engineers. Additional duties may include tasks beyond what is listed, such as special projects, assisting colleagues, or new initiatives. A willingness to adapt to changing priorities and support team efforts enhances collaboration and growth opportunities.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Electromechanical Engineering, Maintenance Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of professional engineering experience.
• Experience in electrical design and engineering for power systems or substations.
• Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code (NEC).
• Ability to review and develop engineering design drawings, including General Arrangements, Elevations, Cable and Conduit Plans, Grounding Plans, Physical Connection Details, AC/DC schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to perform AC and DC substation studies and analyses.
• Experience developing protection and control design deliverables, including protective relay applications, panel arrangements, one-line diagrams, three-line diagrams, AC/DC schematics, relay panel wiring, and equipment wiring diagrams.
• Experience developing physical substation design deliverables, including yard layouts, grounding systems, lightning protection systems, control building arrangements, and auxiliary AC/DC power systems.
• Experience conducting or overseeing quality reviews of electrical substation design packages.
• Ability to prepare electrical equipment specifications and Bills of Materials (BOMs) to support procurement and construction activities.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to coordinate effectively with clients, vendors, project teams, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to present technical concepts, engineering designs, project updates, and proposals to internal and external audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to provide technical guidance, coaching, and mentorship to junior engineers and designers.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Demonstrated willingness to embrace emerging technologies, including AI-enabled tools, to improve efficiency, enhance problem-solving, and support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience with physical design and/or protection and control design for electrical power substations.
• Experience using ground grid modeling software.
• Knowledge of substation protection and control philosophies and schemes.
• Familiarity with relay settings and coordination principles.
• Knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code (NESC).
• Knowledge of utility service design guides and industry standards.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in the United States, or the ability to obtain one, is preferred.
• Ability to work in a hybrid schedule: 3 days in the office, 2 days from home.
• Must possess strong verbal and written English communication skills (CEFR level B2–C1). You should be comfortable articulating complex ideas and collaborating effectively within a global professional environment.
• Must have authorization to work legally in Costa Rica for any employer.

As you consider applying for a position, 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.

What You Can Expect from Ulteig

Ulteig, and its affiliated companies, 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
• 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, and its affiliated companies, 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, and its affiliated companies, we care deeply about our team, listening to their needs and ensuring they have the tools necessary to be productive. 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, and its affiliated companies, is a Drug Free Workplace

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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, nor any of its affiliated companies, 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.