Power Plant Engineering Specialist - RICE Wisconsin Public Service, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Power Plant Engineering Specialist - RICE in our Negaunee, Michigan or Mihm, Michigan locations. This position is part of a job family (Associate Engineering Specialist, Engineering Specialist, and Senior Engineering Specialist) 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 Responsibilities + Prepare complex engineering designs, construction and material specifications and project schedules, design and implementation of material and equipment evaluation methods, preparation of feasibility studies and/or cost-benefit analyses of proposed projects and/or review of third party construction plans. Provides subject matter expertise to field and staff personnel. Assists/Leads complex Root Cause Analysis activities and performs peer checks on Root Cause Analyses. + Knowledgeable in applicable codes, standards and regulations. Updates drawings and other engineering documentation and maintains corporate records by filing in accordance with business unit guidelines. + Demonstrates ownership of assigned equipment. Knowledgeable of design basis for a variety of systems. Supplies system and plant wide knowledge to troubleshoot and improve performance and reliability. + Understand and utilize performance monitoring tools. Independently performs calculations, tests, data analysis’ and engineering evaluations to develop recommendations to maintain and improve plant system and equipment performance, efficiency and reliability. + Participates in long-term budget process for capital projects and management of the O&M budget. Selects alternatives for projects based on the results of technical, economic and regulatory analyses. Prepares RFP's, coordinates the evaluation process and provides a recommendation. Performs contract administration and construction inspections for complex multidisciplinary projects. Provides detailed interpretation of drawings, specification, conditions, requirements and agreements. + Communicates technical requirements to internal and external contacts. + Participates in project teams on moderately complex assignments. Supports management of day to day operation and maintenance of the facility, and planning, scheduling and execution of scheduled outages. + Travel and overnight stay required. Minimum Qualifications + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related technical discipline is preferred. In lieu of Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related technical discipline with three years of engineering/project management experience will be accepted. + Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License. + Relevant engineering experience. Preferred Qualifications + Project Management experience. + Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine (RICE) operations and maintenance experience. + Power Generation Asset operation and maintenance management experience. End Date: 12/01/2024 Pay Range Minimum: $64,949.56 Pay Range Maximum: $128,844.04 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 application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary. Learn more at Careers (https://www.wecenergygroup.com/careers/index.htm) 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 (https://www.wecenergygroup.com/careers/equal-employment-opportunity.htm) Location: Negaunee, MI, US, 49866 Pelkie, MI, US, 49958 Company: Wisconsin Public Service (WPS) Req ID: 4793