Engineer I – Generation

Engineer I – Generation

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree – Engineering program that is accredited through the Engineering Accreditation Commission Required
• Electrical Engineering degree is preferred
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications

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