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Ulteig Top 50 Places to Work for 5th Year in a Row in 2022
Prairie Business Magazine has recognized Ulteig as one of its 50 Best Places to Work for the fifth…
Ulteig Named on Zweig Hot Firm List for 2022
Ulteig has once again been named to Zweig Group’s Hot Firm List, which honors the 100 fastest growing…
Ulteig in Top 10 2022 Firms by EC&M
We are excited to once again be listed in the Top 10 Firms of 2022 as named by…
Ulteig Names Nick Ingolfsland as Chief Innovation and Technology Officer
Ulteig announces the appointment of Nick Ingolfsland to the newly created position of Chief Innovation and Technology Officer…
Celebrating Veterans Day/Rememberance Day
In the US, Nov. 11 is observed as Veterans Day, honoring military veterans who have served in the armed forces….
Ulteig Reaches Impressive Safety Milestone
In conjunction with Employee Ownership Month, I am proud to announce an extraordinary safety-related milestone. As of Oct….
President Doug Jaeger Featured In Leadership Podcast
President & CEO Doug Jaeger is the guest for a new podcast that goes live today. “One Take…
Ulteig Named to Prairie Business’ 50 BEST PLACES TO WORK Fourth Year In A Row
Prairie Business Magazine has recognized Ulteig as one of its 50 Best Places to Work. This publication’s readership…
Susan Aspelund Joins Ulteig as it’s Interim Chief Financial Officer
Ulteig has welcomed Susan Aspelund as its interim Chief Financial Officer. Susan comes to Ulteig as a highly…
ACEC ND Engineering Excellence Award
Ulteig is proud to have won an Engineering Excellence Award in the Small Projects category from the North…
ACEC ND Engineering Excellence Award
Ulteig is proud to have won an Engineering Excellence Award in the Energy category from the North Dakota…
ACEC/MN Engineering Excellence Honor Award for Ulteig
Ulteig received a 2019 ACEC/MN Engineering Excellence Honor Award for the Waterville (MN) Substation. The program annually recognizes…
Andrew Melvin Joins Ulteig – Solar Performance Engineering
We are excited to announce that Andrew Melvin is joining Ulteig’s Technical Services – Transmission, Distribution and Communication…
Dave Bowen Promotes Drone Technology
Dave Bowen, Manager-Technology Innovation, serves as an industry resource in the August issue of Prairie Business magazine. The…
Davies Named Communications Director
Craig Davies joined Ulteig in October as Communications Director, leading the company’s internal, external and executive communications functions….
Denver Office Again a Top Workplace in 2020
Once again Ulteig’s Denver office has been recognized as a Top Workplace through an annual survey of employees…
Denver Office Named Top Workplace in 2019
Ulteig’s Denver office has been recognized as a Top 150 Workplace through an annual survey conducted by the Denver…
Developing Innovative Project Solutions to Meet Today’s Social Distancing Requirements
Meeting the commissioning and testing requirements of a project’s supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system can be…
Doing the Right Thing, All the Time
On Sunday, July 19, the Tex Wash Bridge on I-90 between California and Arizona collapsed. Thankfully, only one person…
Dollars, Presidents and Rural Utility Financing
I am always intrigued by history. I love watching the History Channel and I have turned the page…
Doug Jaeger Discusses Industry Trends in Prairie Business Magazine
Ulteig President and CEO Doug Jaeger was one of four industry experts interviewed for an article in the…
Doug Jaeger joins the Board of Directors for the Great Plains Institute
Ulteig President and CEO Doug Jaeger joins the Board of Directors for the Great Plains Institute (GPI), a…
Doug Jaeger Selected as an EY Entrepreneur of the Year Finalist
EY, a global leader in assurance, tax, transaction and advisory services, announced that Ulteig President & CEO Doug…
Eight join Ulteig in July
Paul SobczakSobczak joined the T&D & C team as an engineer in Denver, with experience in management of…
Employee Spotlight – Andrew Melvin
Andrew Melvin, Technical Manager – Transmission & Distribution, has spent his career specializing in solar energy projects – he…
Employee Spotlight – Dan Haglund
Dan Haglund brings 18 years of experience to his role as Lead GIS Analyst for the Land Services team in St….
Employee Spotlight – José Caceres
José Caceres joined Ulteig in 2019 as a Market Development Manager and he is based in Texas. This…
Employee Spotlight – Manisha Ghorai
Manisha Ghorai’s 12 years of work as a transmission planning engineer bring a wealth of knowledge and experience…
Employee Spotlight – Ron Lowe
Senior Construction Manager – Project Services, Ron Lowe brings 35 years of design and construction experience to Ulteig. …
Giving Kids What They Need to Succeed
In times of crisis, making a positive impact on life in our communities is more important than ever….
Hanley, Schoenherr and Wenschlag promoted to technical managers
Jennifer Hanley, Adam Schoenherr and Wylie Wenschlag have all been promoted to technical managers; Hanley and Schoenherr in…
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Jaeger named Ulteig CEO
After a nationwide search, Doug Jaeger was named Ulteig’s new chief executive officer May 11. With his strong…
Jen Turnbow appointed to N.D. Commission on Status of Women
Jen Turnbow, associate director of transportation, was recently appointed by Governor Doug Burgum to the North Dakota Commission…
Jim Horn Joins Ulteig as Chief Human Resources Officer
Ulteig announces the appointment of Jim Horn as Chief Human Resources Officer,with responsibility for the company’s Human Resources…
Kisch named technical director of Land Services
Kurt Kisch is Ulteig’s new technical director of land services, with nearly 30 years of experience in the…
Life at Ulteig
Since 1944, we’ve built a culture focused on people – both our clients and our employees. We realize…
Nine Join Ulteig in September
Stephen AzzamStephen joins the TD&C team as an Engineer. He will be based out of the Denver office…
Our Preparedness and Response to COVID-19
Given the growing concern about the spread of COVID-19 and its global impact, I’d like to share some…
Prairie Business Features Doug Jaeger on NLS Acquisition, Company Growth
Ulteig is in the news with a feature story in the June issue of Prairie Business magazine. The…
Prairie Business Magazine Honors Jordan Guck
Congratulations to Jordan Guck, Technical Manager-Substation, for being selected to Prairie Business Magazine’s 40 Under 40 list for 2020. The…
Prairie Business Magazine Honors Scott Finnesand
Congratulations to Scott Finnesand, Technical Manager – Transmission & Distribution (Sioux Falls), for being selected to Prairie Business…
Putting the North Dakota PRAIRIE DOG BILL (HB 1066) to Work for You
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum signed a historic bill in March 2019 that provides $250 million in critical infrastructure…
Setting the Table for Project Success
Project management is one of those terms that can mean different things to different people and organizations. Deciding…
Seven join Ulteig in August
Kurt KischKisch is the Land team’s new technical director, based in St. Paul, Minn. Kisch has experience in…
Smart Work Zone Guidelines for Project Implementation
Roadway construction projects offer real-time challenges for commuters, commercial haulers and tourists driving in and around work areas….
Statement on the Death of George Floyd
By now you are aware of the news of George Floyd, an unarmed black man who died at…
Support Energy Efficiency and Cleaner Transportation with Savings on the Purchase of a New Nissan Leaf
Ulteig is proud to serve its clients in the Power and Renewables Lifeline Sectors®. We are also supportive…
Tahnee Miller Named One of Midwest Energy News’ 40 Under 40
Congratulations to Ulteig’s Tahnee Miller, Lead Engineer – Transmission & Distribution, based in Fargo for being selected as…
The International Trade Commission (ITC) delivers recommendations for US Solar tariffs
The International Trade Commission (ITC) has delivered its recommendations for US Solar tariffs to the White House for…
Thirteen join Ulteig in June
Kevin DoeDoe joined the Substation team in St. Paul, Minn., as an engineer. With experience as a systems…
Ulteig’s 2016 Year-in-Review
Record-setting financial performance (revenue and operating income), geographic expansion, incremental service offerings and an ongoing commitment to the communities…
Ulteig Acquires NLS Engineering, Expanding into Canada
Ulteig, a leading provider of comprehensive engineering/design, program management, technical services and field services, has acquired NLS Engineering,…
Ulteig Acquires Pacific Power Engineers, Inc
Ulteig has acquired Pacific Power Engineers, Inc. (PPE), a power systems engineering firm in Sacramento, CA, that offers…
Ulteig Again Named to Prairie Business 50 Best Places to Work
For the third year in a row – Prairie Business Magazine has recognized Ulteig as one of its…
Ulteig Appoints Colette LaForce to its Board of Directors
Ulteig, a leading provider of engineering/design, program management, technical services and field services, announces the appointment of Colette…
Ulteig attends MnDOT Right-of-Way Conference
By Pam Recksiedler-Barnard The Minnesota Department of Transportation’s 23rd annual Right-of-Way Conference provided the perfect fall getaway to…
Ulteig Board of Directors Receives National Honor
Ulteig’s Board of Directors is one of just seven private company boards to be honored for business governance…
Ulteig Celebrates American Wind Week
This week Ulteig celebrates American Wind Week, which was launched last year by supporters of wind energy across…
Ulteig Contributes to Improved Water Quality for Mercer, ND
An article in the March 2018 edition of North Dakota Water Magazine describes the many challenges that the…
Ulteig Celebrates its 75th Anniversary
Ulteig, a leading provider of design engineering, program management and technical and field services, is proud to announce…
Ulteig Earns Spot on Prairie Business Magazine’s ’50 Best Places to Work’ List
Prairie Business Magazine, a publication with a readership area that includes North Dakota, South Dakota and western Minnesota,…
Ulteig is #10 on Zweig’s Top 100 Hot Firm List
Ulteig came in at #10, marking a huge move up the rankings for this prestigious honor. To be…
Ulteig is a Minnesota Top 175 Workplace
Ulteig has once again been recognized as a Top Workplace by the Minneapolis Star Tribune, meeting a rigorous…
Ulteig is a Minnesota Top Workplace for the 6th Straight Year
The Top Workplace list is generated from a survey conducted by an independent research firm, based on feedback…
Ulteig is a Star Tribune Top Workplace for the 4th Consecutive Year
Once again Ulteig has been recognized as a National Standard Setter Top Workplace by the Minneapolis Star Tribune…
Ulteig is a Zweig Hot Firm for 2020!
To be considered for this award, firms are ranked by a score comprised of both dollar and percentage…
Ulteig Leverages Bench Strength to Fill Key Leadership Roles
We are pleased to announce new appointments within our senior leadership team.These actions are intended to further solidify…
Ulteig Mergers & Acquisitions
DOWNLOAD M&A BROCHURE For over 75 years, Ulteig has provided an uncompromising commitment to our clients’ success. Today,…
Ulteig Names Ava Drayton as Senior Vice President, Client Solutions
Ulteig is pleased to announce the appointment of Ava Drayton as Senior Vice President, Client Solutions. Drayton is a…
Ulteig Names Mike Farrell As New Senior Vice President, Civil and Field Services
Ulteig announces the appointment of Mike Farrell as Senior Vice President of Civil and Field Services. Mr. Farrell is an…
Ulteig Opens Austin Office
Ulteig continues to grow and is pleased to announce the opening of our newest office in Austin, Texas…
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Ulteig Receives 2019 ACEC National Recognition Award
The American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) has presented Ulteig with a National Recognition Award, part of the…
Ulteig Receives Preferred Supplier Classification from Basin Electric Power Cooperative
Ulteig is proud to receive “Preferred Supplier” classification as the result an annual performance evaluation of key suppliers…
Ulteig Receives Preferred Supplier Classification from Basin Electric Power Cooperative for 2nd Year in a Row
Ulteig is proud to receive “Preferred Supplier” classification as the result of an annual performance evaluation of key…
Ulteig Sponsors Year of the Engineer
Having a positive impact on the quality of life in the communities where we operate is an important…
Ulteig Team Members Represent President & CEO Doug Jaeger at Entrepreneur of the Year Gala
A gala event was recently held at the Hyatt Regency in Minneapolis, MN to honor Ulteig President &…
Ulteig Wins ACEC National Recognition Award
The prestigious distinction for Ulteig was announced yesterday (June 17) at the ACEC annual awards gala. Ulteig was…
Ulteig Wins APWA Award
On Wednesday, October 7, Ulteig accepted the Project of the Year award at the 87th Annual North Dakota…
Ulteig’s 2019 Capabilities Brochure
They are simple acts that we take for granted every day – turning on a light, pouring a…
Ulteig’s 2019 Year-in-Review
This Year in Review publication highlights Ulteig’s outstanding results in 2019, driven by our clients’ goals and the…
Ulteig’s 2020 Year-in-Review
This Year in Review publication highlights Ulteig’s outstanding results in 2020, driven by our clients’ goals and the…
Ulteig’s Denver Office Awarded a 2016 Top Workplaces Award
We are honored to announce that Ulteig’s Denver office was recently awarded a 2016 Top Workplaces recognition by The Denver…
Ulteig’s Doug Jaeger Featured in Zweig’s Newsletter
What’s required of industry leaders these days? President & CEO Doug Jaeger was interviewed on this topic by…
Ulteig’s 2017 Capabilities Brochure
As you will discover, Ulteig’s 350+ employee-owners are a passionate group of talented professionals who know how to…
Ulteig’s Wyatt Knepper Receives RMEL’s 2020 Emerging Leader Award
Wyatt Knepper, Technical Manager ‐ Substation, Ulteig, is a recipient of RMEL’s 2020 Emerging Leader Award. The Emerging…
Ulteig’s Dave Bowen Receives RMEL’s 2021 Emerging Leader Award
Congratulations go to Dave Bowen, Technology Innovation Manager, who has just been named a RMEL Emerging Leader for…
Update on Ulteig’s Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic
As we all continue to contend with the global COVID-19 pandemic, Ulteig has been actively managing our response…
What do they Mean, Right-of-Way?
When we talk about right-of-way (ROW), where do we begin? While ROW has many positions that work together,…
Ulteig Utilizing Cloud-Based Platform to Collaborate Remotely with Clients
Keeping lines of communication open is key to controlling costs and managing construction schedules in today’s social distancing/working…
Overcoming Vendor Delays on Substation Breakers
A few weeks before coronavirus began disrupting daily life in the United States, it was wreaking havoc on…
FERC 827
FERC 827 Summary REACTIVE POWER REQUIREMENTS FOR NON-SYNCHRONOUS GENERATION FERC ORDER NO. 827, RELEASED ON JUNE 16, 2016,…
NPRR Compliance for ERCOT Entities
WHAT ARE ERCOT PROTOCOLS AND WHAT DO I NEED TO KNOW ABOUT NPRR 776? ERCOT protocols outline the…