Engineer I - Generation

Alliant Energy is seeking an Engineer I - Generation in Cedar Rapids, IA. The role involves supporting various engineering tasks related to energy generation, including design, operation, and maintenance of power generation systems. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, preferably Electrical Engineering. The position requires effective communication skills and may involve collaboration with internal teams and external stakeholders. This is not a remote job.
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Job Summary

We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for an Electrical Engineer I to join our Generation Engineering team! As a Power Engineer, you will engage in diverse projects across our generation fleet, including thermal, hydro, RICE, solar, BESS, and wind power generation assets.

Engineer I - Power Generation performs under close supervision a variety of routine engineering assignments in a structured environment, typically with a more experienced engineer's review and oversight. This position will include one or more of the following duties: designs, plans, constructs, installs, operates, monitors, evaluates, and maintains structures, facilities, systems, equipment, machinery, and components used in generation, transmission, distribution, and utilization of energy.

What you will do
• Learns basic internal and external customer needs and expectations and strives to identify 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 basic need of combining 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 and teams as required to perform role.
• Learns the basics of the property unit catalog and learns to categorize projects appropriately
• Accesses project financial reports to ensure Sarbanes-Oxley Act (SOX) compliance and review costs being 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
• Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Education Requirements
• Bachelor's Degree - Engineering program that is accredited through the Engineering Accreditation Commission Required
• Electrical Engineering degree is preferred.

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

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).
• Works in a diverse and inclusive environment.

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

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

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.

Pay Range:

$64,000 - $85,000

This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

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Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Alliant Energy and subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity in the workplace. Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process, please email talent@alliantenergy.com .