Substation Engineering Supervisor

Substation Engineering Supervisor Ulteig $120,800 - $163,500 United States, North Dakota, Fargo 3350 38th Avenue South (Show on map) May 07, 2026 Description The Opportunity Ulteig is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Engineering Supervisor (ES) position within the Substation department. This role will focus on leading a subset of the teams' engineers and technicians to foster on-the-job leadership development and allow for additional and efficient team growth, while supporting projects. This individual will report to directly to the Substation Associate Director or Technical Manager, interacting closely with other corporate business units such as sales, marketing, account management and project management. The Engineering Supervisor is a self-starting technical leader with expertise in leadership, communication, and resource management. This position is a great example of Ulteig's commitment to investing in our employee's professional and leadership development. What You'll Do Project Technical Lead - 70% Manages and leads all engineering activities during the proposal, design and construction stages of projects that are assigned. Provides project oversight, including managing engineering scope according to technical contracts, developing change orders, and maintaining project schedules. Directs and coordinates activities of several disciplines and Project Management group on a project of significant scope or a combination of large projects. Maintains high levels of quality and responsiveness to meet internal and external client requirements in alignment with company expectations. Oversees design activities of team members. Responsible for reviewing project drawings, calculations & specifications, assumes responsible charge as needed. Management Responsibilities - 20% Provides strategic direction, leadership and technical services oversight for employees on achieving individual, team, department, and organizational performance goals. Coaches, trains and develops substation technical staff for growth and development opportunities. Facilitate weekly team meetings (bi-weekly at a minimum) and actively manage team resource planning Perform individual performance reviews, training and professional development for team members. Business Development Responsibilities - 10% Participates and partners with members of the Sales team and engineers throughout the organization to promote revenue growth and expansion of services with existing and prospective clients. Supports proposal efforts by developing, providing resources, and reviewing proposals by working with the Proposal Development Team, Project Management group and other departments. Maintains positive client relationships with existing clients. What We Expect from You Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Civil Engineering required from ABET accredited university or equivalent 6+ years of experience in the Engineering field preferred Professional Engineer (PE) registration, or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire, strongly preferred Must be analytical, self-motivated, and possess the ability to work in high-pressure situations while maintaining a positive, enthusiastic attitude Strong analytic and information management skills Demonstrates strong interpersonal skills with the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, public and external agencies High level of initiative and demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects with clear expectations and timeliness Excellent presentation and verbal/written communications skills Displays a high level of initiative and explores new opportunities while understanding the risk to the organization Proven experience in Microsoft Software Applications (Word, Excel, Power Point, and Access) and additional software knowledge depending on specialty Must have permanent authorization to work in the US Demonstrates openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous 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 For 75 years, we've built a culture focused on people - both our clients and our employees. We realize that a huge part of our success has relied heavily on the dedication and focus of our workforce; this is why we make investing in our employees a top priority. Being 100% employee-owned means, we take our own success and the success of our clients personally.

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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 is a Drug Free Workplace ACHIEVE | GROW |

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Additional Opportunity Details:

Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $120,800 - $163,500 • 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

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