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P&C Hiring Trends for Data-Center HV Substation Builds Data centers are not “just another load” anymore. Between AI, cloud growth, and hyperscale campus builds, power delivery teams are being asked to move faster, design for tighter reliability targets, and commission READ MORE ->

Mike Ellis, December 2025 In 2025, utilities, EPCs, and renewable-energy developers face an unprecedented hiring challenge: mid-career power engineers are the hardest professionals to find and keep. Roles such as substation engineers, transmission line engineers, protection and control (P&C) engineers, READ MORE ->

Christmas 2025 finds most of us moving fast and feeling the weight of so much this time of year.  Year-end numbers, projects, family plans – it all stacks up. In the middle of that, Christmas speaks a simple, life-changing truth: READ MORE ->

Most people treat job changes like fire alarms: wait for the smoke, then sprint for the exit. But talent doesn’t grow best in panic; it grows when you notice the quiet signs that you’re outgrowing your chair long before it READ MORE ->

If the Grid Had an NFL Draft Every spring, the NFL Draft commands prime-time TV, endless analysis, and billions in fan adoration. Grown adults argue over stats, player data, and whether their team drafted a future Hall-of-Famer or a flop. READ MORE ->

By Mike Ellis If Return-to-Office (RTO) and the U.S. electric grid had a baby, it would be a curious, high-maintenance overachiever—part Zoom-fatigued middle manager, part transformer-hugging lineman. On one hand, we’ve got RTO, the corporate mandate trying to coax sweatpants-wearing READ MORE ->

What Does the Market Look Like? A Power Industry Poised for Growth Since the start of 2025, one question has dominated conversations: "What does the market look like?" With economic uncertainties, evolving energy policies, and shifting industry dynamics, it's understandable READ MORE ->

As the Christmas season unfolds, it brings with it an opportunity to pause, reflect, and express gratitude. At GTR, we are reminded daily of the blessings that come from trust—trust placed in us by our clients, partnerships built with our READ MORE ->

In both storm hardening and team hardening, the goal is the same: resilience. You wouldn’t let your poles deteriorate, your wires sag, or your grid run on half power —so why accept it in your workplace? Invest in strength. Shore READ MORE ->

Recruiting in the power industry can often feel like trying to drink from a trickling garden hose—there's simply not enough talent to meet the growing demand. With numerous open positions and a limited pool of qualified candidates, finding the right READ MORE ->

Have you ever felt so passionate about something that you wished you could announce it to every car you pass on the road? That’s the kind of fervor we’re talking about—not just a fleeting interest, but a deep, enduring passion READ MORE ->

Undulation, a term typically reserved for the graceful waves of the sea or the hypnotic sway of a dancer, has sneakily pirouetted its way into the job market lexicon. And no, it doesn't mean your office chair is about to READ MORE ->

The Shift Back to In-Person Work During the height of the pandemic, remote work became the norm, a necessity for safety. However, as the situation improved, many companies, particularly in sectors like finance, technology, and professional services, started encouraging or READ MORE ->

As we reflect on another year, GTR would like to express our appreciation and gratitude to our clients, suppliers, and employees for their continued trust and faith. We are humbled as we remember to give thanks to our Lord for READ MORE ->

Electrification is a potent tool in our pursuit of a greener, decarbonized future. It promises to cut greenhouse gas emissions and address the looming climate change threat. Sectors like transportation and manufacturing are driving this transformative shift, making it pivotal READ MORE ->

If you have an open Power Delivery Engineering position and you just can't fill it, you may be thinking, “Where are all the Engineers?” We are seeing this across the industry for a few reasons. First, there are simply fewer READ MORE ->

Electric Utility System Resiliency in 2023 Electric utilities in the U.S. are beginning to incorporate new technologies into their planning and operations to ensure system resiliency. Given the increasing threat of cyberattacks and other security breaches, these efforts present a READ MORE ->

After assessing the damage of Hurricane Ian, it seems that the $7 billion invested a year on strengthening transmission lines may have paid off. Although the storm surge and high velocity winds from Hurricane Ian brought an immense amount of READ MORE ->

Quiet quitting. What began as a viral video has become one of the most talked about (and written about) topics this year. Is it valid phenomenon, or is it nothing more than catchy clickbait? To a certain degree, the answer READ MORE ->

Humans speak their first fully-formed words sometime between 9 – 12 months of age. It’s a big deal, delighting our parents and launching us into the world of interactive communication. For the rest of our lives, words are the foundation READ MORE ->

We're teaming up with an industry specific website to write a crowdsourced article on "What qualities do outstanding engineering recruiters possess?" Submit your original, previously unpublished comments regarding "What qualities do outstanding engineering recruiters possess?" Requirements:  Submit your original, previously READ MORE ->