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Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking an Electrical Engineer - Power Generation in our Port Washington, Wisconsin location. 

This position is part of a job family (Associate Engineer, Engineer, Senior Engineer, and Principal Engineer) where experience will be the determining factor. 

About Us

WEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.

As a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first-hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.

If you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.

Job Responsibilities

• Evaluation of system performance through modeling, development of system designs, overseeing construction, maintenance and/or operations activities, incident investigations, troubleshooting systems and equipment and testing materials.  Prepares engineering designs and performs basic engineering calculations.  May prepare material and construction specifications and cost estimates, review and/or check internal and external construction plans, update as needed and implement constructions activity for projects.  Is able to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Read and understand electrical drawings, understands basic control systems and logic, and can assist with energy isolation packages.
• Performs basic equipment testing, troubleshooting and data analysis and supports more advanced troubleshooting activities.  Demonstrates a developing technical and operation knowledge of assigned equipment and/or systems. Supports and learns performance monitoring/optimization tools to ensure improved equipment and system reliability, efficiency and performance.  
• Monitors project status versus the plan.  Prepares and submits progress and cost tracking reports.  Creases basic estimates for labor, equipment and material resources needed.  Generates alternatives that could meet project requirements.  Conducts economic analyses to support decision making on best alternative.  Provides input to RFP's and contract development.  Performs contract administration and construction inspection of minor projects.  Expedites material deliveries and labor to support project schedule.  Enforces requirements of project drawings and specifications.
• Is aware of basic codes, standards and regulations within discipline.   Updates drawings and other engineering documentation and maintains corporate records by filing in accordance with business guidelines.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering
• Relevant engineering experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Power Plant or electrical system experience

End Date: 05/14/2025 

Pay Range Minimum:  $66,898.00 

Pay Range Maximum:  $152,615.06 

The pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs.  At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

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Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor for Employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.

Location: 

Port Washington, WI, US, 53074

Company:  We Energies (WE)

Req ID:  4834

Nearest Major Market: Milwaukee