Engineer I Power Generation
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Job Location:
Cedar Rapids, IA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
26-10-2025
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
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 whats 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. Thats why we prioritize safety offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay comprehensive health and retirement benefits tuition reimbursement and paid time off.
Job Summary
Engineer I Generation
This entry-level role supports the safe reliable and efficient operation of Alliant Energys power generation facilities. Open to electrical and/or mechanical engineers the position offers hands-on experience across key functions such as project engineering performance and reliability and asset management.
Under the guidance of experienced engineers youll assist with and lead aspects of engineering projects from planning and design to installation operation and maintenance. Youll monitor plant performance solve complex technical problems and gain exposure to the technical safety and business aspects of energy generation.
This role is designed to build technical expertise through structured learning mentorship and meaningful project work. While prior experience in all areas is not expected engineers will develop skills aligned with the responsibilities and key competencies outlined below.
What you will do
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 Energys Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.
Education Requirements
Bachelors Degree
Engineering program that is accredited through the Engineering Accreditation Commission required
Preferred Experience
Previous technical and/or professional experience
An internship or co-op in engineering
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
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 effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
Key Skills
Condition Monitoring Cost Optimization Design Specifications Inspection Management Power Engineering Predictive Maintenance Project and Program Management Records Management
Our people are passionate about what they do the product they sell and the customers they serve. If youre looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration innovation and dedication were 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:
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.
Its not just what we do; its 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 and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicants qualifications are considered without regard to race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity 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.
Applicants in need of a reasonable accommodation for any part of the hiring process please email .
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About Company
Alliant Energy (NASDAQ: LNT) and its 3,300 employees provide a life-essential service to homes, farms and businesses across Iowa and Wisconsin. We serve approximately 985,000 electric customers and 425,000 natural gas customers with safe, reliable energy. We are a leader in renewable ... View more
