Transmission Planning Market Lead

The Opportunity

The Opportunity
Ulteig is seeking a Transmission Planning Market Lead to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with a strong technical background in transmission planning-such as generator interconnection, large load studies, LMP analysis, and curtailment studies-who is ready to transition into a client-facing leadership position. You'll leverage your technical expertise to build relationships, present solutions, and help drive growth, while reducing day-to-day modeling work.

The selected candidate will collaborate with market leaders, technical teams, proposal development, marketing, and department leaders to expand Ulteig's transmission and resource planning footprint. This position offers the chance to travel across the U.S., meet with clients, and shape strategic pursuits while influencing how we deliver high-value studies.

What You'll Do

Client Engagement & Market Growth

• Participate and/or lead client meetings to present Ulteig's capabilities, and identify opportunities.
• Serve as the primary liaison for transmission planning clients-understand their needs and translate them into actionable solutions.
• Support Client Team Leads in meetings, feedback sessions, and escalated communications.
• Represent Ulteig at key industry events (Xcelerate, RE+, ACP, IEEE, etc.) as a Transmission Planning SME.
• Collaborate with strategic planning and business development teams to align offerings with client roadmaps and emerging market trends.

Proposal Development & Pursuit Support

• Lead proposal efforts for transmission planning studies, including technical scoping, pricing validation, and narrative development.
• Maintain pursuit documentation and update opportunity tracking systems.
• Participate in go/no-go decisions and provide technical insights during RFP/RFI processes.
• Support pre-bid discussions and client calls with clear, strategic input.

Technical Advisory & Oversight

• Provide high-level technical guidance on studies (generator interconnection, large load, curtailment, LMP).
• Ensure quality and accuracy of deliverables by advising on methodology and best practices.
• Act as a bridge between technical execution teams and client expectations-helping translate complex results into actionable insights.
• While this role is not primarily hands-on modeling, familiarity with tools like PowerGem TARA PSSE or PLEXOS is essential for effective oversight and client discussions.

What We Expect from You

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Business, or related field.
• Utility or ISO experience with performing transmission planning studies.
• Renewable developer experience performing transmission planning studies.
• Understanding of interconnection processes, NERC standards, and ISO/RTO planning practices.
• Strong communicator, comfortable presentation to executives, technical teams, and clients.
• Ready to pivot from detailed modeling to strategic, client-facing leadership.
• Willingness to travel across the U.S. for client meetings and industry events up to 30%.
• 7+ years of experience in utility or ISO transmission planning, Generator Interconnection studies, running large load studies, renewable developer running studies, data center developer running studies.
• Advanced technical engineering knowledge, with the ability to understand and resolve complex engineering challenges.
• Proven experience in technical proposal development and client engagement
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross functional initiatives without direct authority
• Must have authorization to work permanently in the U.S.
• Must be able to travel to the US and Canada.

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!

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Additional Opportunity Details:
Target Base Compensation Range for this role is $137,700 - $179,000
* 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.

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