Senior Engineer - Generation

Alliant Energy

Last Updated: 9/5/2025 2:25:07 AM

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Current Days Open
114
Reqs Seen
1
Current Min Salary
$104,000.00 (Yearly)
Current Max Salary
$144,000.00 (Yearly)
Historical Time to Fill
114
First Seen
5/15/2025
Lowest Min Salary Seen
$104,000.00 (Yearly)
9/5/2025
Highest Max Salary Seen
$144,000.00 (Yearly)
9/5/2025

Full Job Description

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off. Job Summary We are thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity for a Senior Controls Engineer 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. This role involves performing complex engineering tasks using various tools and resources, applying independent judgment in sophisticated situations. Your responsibilities will include designing, planning, constructing, installing, operating, monitoring, troubleshooting, evaluating, and project managing electrical projects, systems, equipment, machinery, sensors, instrumentation, and components used in power generation. What you will do Independently performs work on a variety of complex assignments requiring in-depth analysis to determine appropriate solutions to solve problems. Identifies problems and solutions and makes safety suggestions to maintain a safe work environment, using tools and standards to design safety into operating and maintaining equipment. Goes beyond generally accepted guidelines to proactively identify and analyze problems and recommend solutions to customer needs with minimal guidance. Solves complex problems by relying on experience and outside references to identify new ways of using existing procedures, techniques, and resources. Develops recommendations for technically sound and cost-effective solutions, understanding the application to other problems and systems and demonstrating critical thinking skills. Demonstrates the ability and confidence to present alternatives and constructively influence the customer's decision making. Makes higher risk decisions that involve direct application of technical knowledge and may have an impact on multiple areas of the business with proper sign off from customer. Proactively provides guidance to less experienced personnel and may mentor new employees or interns. Has established effective working relationships and credibility with employees, contractors, customers, functional groups, and internal and external peers. Explains technical problems to internal stakeholders and accurately prepares detailed documents such as technical studies and project documentation for future reference. Manages project budgets, including processes accruals, and communicates anticipated changes in the budget. Applies FIN 102 requirements when executing requisitions, receipts, and related project tasks. Understands various corporate financial statements and can differentiate how project implementation and property unit catalog (PUC) citations will impact the rate payer versus the shareholder, including providing input to PUC modifications as appropriate. Supports Generation facility outages. Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energys Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities. Education Requirements Bachelor's Degree Within an engineering program that is accredited through the Engineering Accreditation Commission Required Experience 7 years of related experience Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Project management leadership experience preferred, along with ability to deal with subcontractors and cross-functional teams; may have expertise in a particular area of the discipline. 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). Ability to work in a diverse work environment. Key Skills Condition Monitoring Continual Improvement Process Cost Optimization Design Specifications Inspection Management Power Engineering Predictive Maintenance Project and Program Management Records Management Root Cause Analysis 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: $104,000 - $144,000 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. It's not just what we do; it's how we do it. Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold 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. Its an exciting time to join Alliant Energy! We focus on creating a culture of belonging. We want everyone to bring their unique perspectives and experiences and be themselves. This helps us all contribute to solving the energy challenges facing our region. Itstarts at an individual level, with every employee asking, What makes me unique? Leaders engage with their teams to ensure they have the tools to be successful in their careers. What you need to reach your goals may be different from what a co-worker needs. Everyone has a fair shot at success. A culture of belonging ensures that everyone contributes their unique perspective.This environment contributes to fresh thinking, innovative solutions andPowering Whats Nextfor our customers. We strive for employee engagement and connection. We want our employees to have the opportunity to bring their whole selves to work. Provide your resume and contact information to be considered for future openings.

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