Controls Engineer - Power Generation

We Energies
United States, Wisconsin, Oak Creek
Jan 13, 2025
We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Controls Engineer - Power Generation in our Oak Creek, 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 Summary The Power Generation Engineering role is responsible for ensuring safe, compliant, efficient and reliable operation of power plant mechanical equipment and systems such as pumps, critical valves, fans, etc. This role will not only focus on the mechanical system operation, but also develop an understanding of the associated controls system to help with troubleshooting and replacement of controls system components as necessary. Job Responsibilities Work with plant and corporate personnel to maintain a safe working environment in our facilities. Work closely with Operations, Maintenance, and other Engineering personnel to maintain reliability of equipment automated by PLCs or other control systems. Monitor and recommend necessary valve automation upgrades to improve overall valve performance. Manage contractors performing work on systems. The work could include engineering and design as well as onsite maintenance activities. Manage system team budgets, focusing on controlling costs without adversely affecting safety or reliability. Properly applies codes, standards and regulations to relevant tasks, designs and projects. Updates drawings and other engineering documentations and maintains corporate records by filing in accordance with business unit guidelines. Initiates projects to ensure long-term reliable operation of equipment. Develop project cost estimates, schedules, technical bid specification and perform bid evaluations. Monitor project status and update cost estimates as necessary. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Interest in valve automation, including valve designs and selection process Good understanding of PLCs and VFDs and networking systems End Date: 01/29/2025 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. WEC Energy Group benefits We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary. Learn more at Careers WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected class. EEO/AA policies and statements