Senior System Protection Engineer

Ulteig Engineers Inc is hiring: Senior System Protection Engineer. Location(s) listed by the employer: Greenwood Village, CO US; Fargo, ND US; Minneapolis, MN US; US. Remote option listed by the employer. The Opportunity Ulteig is seeking a Senior System Protection Engineer to serve as a technical leader responsible for the full scope of design, development, and implementation of protective relay settings and coordination studies. You will plan, schedule, and coordinate detailed phases of assigned project work. What You'll Do - Lead complex analyses including short-circuit and symmetrical component studies to ensure system reliability. - Design and optimize relay settings and coordination strategies for critical infrastructure. - Develop advanced protection schemes for transmission, distribution, generation, and renewable energy projects—driving innovation in power systems. - Create and execute test plans, assist with commissioning, and troubleshoot protection system events to maintain operational excellence. - Ensure compliance through NERC PRC reporting and adherence to industry standards. - Mentor and collaborate, providing technical guidance to engineers and fostering a culture of knowledge-sharing. - Demonstrate an openness to innovation by embracing and applying evolving technology and AI tools to enhance workflows, solve problems, and drive continuous improvement. What We Expect from You Education & Licensure - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering (ABET-accredited) required. - PE License required. - Master’s degree is a plus. Experience - Minimum of 10 years of relevant engineering experience.