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Substation Electrical Engineer

We Energies
United States, Wisconsin, Milwaukee
Mar 05, 2025

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Substation Electrical Engineer in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. This position offers a flexible work arrangement (remote/hybrid) with time spent in the office.

This position is part of a job family (Associate Engineer, Engineer, and Senior 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 Substation Engineer is responsible for the design and material specification for new substations, modifications to existing substations and maintenance of existing substations. This position is expected to apply sound and diversified knowledge of electrical engineering principles and practices as well as make independent decisions concerning assigned projects. The candidate should possess a strong understanding of the design and function of substation components, control systems and general site layout requirements.

This position is part of the Substation Engineering Group which is responsible for scope development, project cost estimates, design, materials procurement, contractor administration and design review, project management/support and construction interface for capital projects. The group is also responsible for assisting in the development of substation maintenance plans and activities, associated projects, and responding to substation equipment failures and related emergent events.

Job Responsibilities
  • Assuming a lead role in the conceptual and detail design of both new substations and modifications to existing substations.
  • Development of project scope, design and material specification and procurement for capital projects and maintenance of existing substations.
  • Development of cost estimates and tracking of project budgets, construction schedules, as well as general project management.
  • Interface with various internal groups to develop optimal design solutions. These groups typically include Area Planning, Project Management, Environmental, Protection, Supply Chain, Substation Construction and Maintenance, Relay Testing, Start-Up, SCADA, Operations and ATC.
  • Working with equipment suppliers and contractors of various support services, evaluation of new technologies and products for use at We Energies substations.
  • Writing and updating of specifications for labor, equipment and materials and revision of Substation Standards and Engineering Reference Manuals to reflect necessary changes per internal criteria and/or NEC, NESC, ANSI and IEEE.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering
Preferred Qualifications
  • Wisconsin Professional Engineering (PE) license
  • Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
  • Strong analytical, project management, and team building skills
  • Knowledge of computer systems and the ability to use a variety of office and engineering software

End Date: 03/18/2025

Pay Range Minimum: $66,898.00

Pay Range Maximum: $132,708.94

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.

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Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor for Employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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.

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