Station Pipeline Ctrls Tech

WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Station Pipeline Controls Technician in our Joliet, Illinois location.

The Station Pipeline Controls Technician performs the following job tasks in the field location and is responsible for maintaining engineering control, gas odorization and metering systems for PGL & NSG transmission lines, stations and city gate stations. These systems include the PGL SCADA systems, substations and gas facilities. The type of engineering work includes: R&D, design, and field work associated with new systems and modifications to systems as well as troubleshooting and field engineering support for existing systems.

The Station Pipeline Controls Technician interfaces with engineers and gas controllers from the various PGL/NSG groups and counter-parts from pipeline suppliers and or vendors.

• Supports electronic and communication issues related to natural gas distribution/transmission measurement systems and gas composition and odorization systems.
• Provides support to field operations which includes equipment installation, on site testing, maintenance and repair of telemetry and electronic equipment under direct supervision.
• Assists with any special electronic related measurement, control and pressure regulation projects for PGL & NSG.
• Performs procedures to ensure equipment is functionally tested when put in service.
• Installs and commissions new equipment.
• Upholds safety standards, personally and organizationally; corrects unsafe conditions.

• Less than 1 year – electronic and mechanical principles and operations
• Less than 1 year – Technical analysis
• High School Diploma, HSED, or GED
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and meet the company’s requirements for driving.
• 2+ years required minimal experience:
• Electronic and mechanical principles and operations.
• Technical analysis
• High School Diploma, HSED, or GED
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and meet the company’s requirements for driving.
• 5+ Years of Electronic measuring equipment and communication devices.
• 5+ Years of Understanding engineering drawings/drafting standards and practices, formal presentations, vendor interaction.
• 5+ Years of Electronic and mechanical principles and operations.
• 5+ Years of Pipeline controls experience
• High School Diploma, HSED, or GED
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and meet the company’s requirements for driving.

• Proficiency in using multimeters and other basic electrical diagnostic tools (e.g. clamp meters, voltage testers) to measure voltage, current, resistance and continuity.
• Hands‑on experience with electrical troubleshooting and diagnostics on control systems, instrumentation, or related equipment (e.g., identifying faults in sensors, relays, wiring, or control loops).
• Familiarity with programmable logic controllers (PLCs), SCADA systems, or electronic/pneumatic controls commonly used in pipeline stations.

End Date: 03/05/2026

Pay Range Minimum
: $28.61

Pay Range Maximum
: $56.76

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 Final date to receive applications or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.

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WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

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.

Nearest Major Market: Joliet
Nearest Secondary Market: Chicago