Chief Engineer - LNG

We Energies; Town of Ixonia (WI); Presencial; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, seeks a Chief Engineer - LNG to lead engineering teams across Oak Creek, Bluff Creek LNG, and Ixonia LNG locations in Wisconsin.

The role involves overseeing complex LNG projects, coordinating with senior leadership, and driving safe, compliant design and operations. A Bachelor's in Engineering and 10+ years of experience are required.

Formación

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience.
• Demonstrated experience leading or supervising others.
• Valid driver's license and meet company driving requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Direct and coordinate a staff of engineers for LNG facilities or major projects.
• Interpret, organize, and execute engineering assignments with complex scope.
• Ensure design, safety, and regulatory compliance across locations.
• Collaborate with senior leadership on project updates and budgets.

Conocimientos

Leadership experience

Team leadership

Project management

Educación

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Descripción del empleo

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Chief Engineer - LNG at our Oak Creek Natural Gas Plant, Bluff Creek LNG, and Ixonia LNG locations in Wisconsin.

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 Chief Engineer leads a staff of engineers and/or other staff responsible for a significant engineering function, LNG facility, or major project. This role is responsible for interpreting, organizing, executing and coordinating assignments; plans and develops engineering projects concerned with unique or highly complex issues which have an important effect on major company programs. Involves exploration of subject area, definition of scope and selection of problems for investigation and development of novel concepts and approaches. Acts as a liaison with individuals and units within or outside their organization with responsibility for acting independently on technical matters pertaining to their field.

Job Responsibilities

• Properly applies a wide variety of codes, standards and regulations and coaches others on proper use. Updates drawings and other engineering documentation and maintains corporate records by filing in accordance with business unit guidelines.
• Oversees staff responsible for ensuring appropriate system design and performance operations to ensure quality and safety standards are met. Challenges staff to develop innovative solutions to complex issues and proactively utilize continuous improvement techniques.
• Manages large, complex projects utilizing a staff of engineers, technicians and union personnel from the RFP through completion. Ensures project deadlines and budgetary limits are met. Meets regularly with Senior Leadership to provide project updates, raise issues and propose resolutions and budget impacts.
• Has supervisory responsibility for Engineering Supervisors, entry, intermediate and senior level engineers, and support staff including hiring, training, supervising, evaluating and administering discipline.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Valid driver's license and meet the company's requirements for driving
• 10+ years of relevant engineering experience
• Demonstrated experience leading or supervising others

End Date: 10/21/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $119,696.20

Pay Range Maximum: $179,544.04

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.

WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.