Engineer - Generation

Overview

Engineer I – Generation role at Alliant Energy. This entry-level position supports the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of Alliant Energy’s power generation facilities. Open to electrical and/or mechanical engineers. The role offers hands-on experience across key functions such as project engineering, performance and reliability, and asset management.

• Learns basic internal and external customer needs and expectations; identifies problems and solutions within assigned work.
• Uses standard practices and procedures to diagnose, troubleshoot, and solve problems limited in scope with guidance from peers and mentors.
• Applies governmental and organizational engineering standards.
• Understands the need to combine technical and cost-effective criteria into an overall solution.
• With guidance from supervisor, makes low-risk decisions that involve direct application of technical knowledge.
• Develops functional relationships with union employees, contractors, internal and external customers, and across departments as required.
• Learns the basics of the property unit catalog and learns to categorize projects appropriately.
• Accesses project financial reports to ensure SOX compliance and review costs charged to projects.
• Acquires an understanding of appropriate communications with vendors, field construction, operations personnel, and internal stakeholders.
• Documents and tracks activities, drawings, and outcomes for future reference.
• This position may require Generation facility outage support at times.
• Performs other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s values and helps deliver on our purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

• Bachelor's Degree in an Engineering program accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission.

• Previous technical and/or professional experience
• An internship or co-op in engineering

• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., email, word processing, spreadsheets, project management).
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Condition Monitoring
• Cost Optimization
• Design Specifications
• Inspection Management
• Power Engineering
• Predictive Maintenance
• Project and Program Management
• Records Management

Pay Range: $65,000 - $104,000. This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and depend on responsibilities, experience, skill set, internal pay equity, and other qualifications.

Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

Alliant Energy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law. A background check and drug screen may be required where applicable. Reasonable accommodations for the hiring process may be provided upon request via