Designer (Multiple Locations)

We Energies; West Allis (WI); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Job summary

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Designer across multiple Wisconsin locations. The role involves design engineering, cost detail preparation, analysis, and coordination with contractors and agencies to ensure safe, compliant, cost-effective service delivery.

Official transcripts and DOT testing may be required for certain locations. The position offers an apprenticeship pathway within the state program and emphasizes safety, compliance, and cross-functional

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent in electrical, mechanical, civil, architectural, electronic, utilities engineering or related tech.
• In lieu of the degree, four years of utility or engineering design experience may be required.
• Valid driver's license and driving eligibility per company policy.
• Some locations may require DOT Part 199 pipeline drug and alcohol testing.
• Official transcripts must be provided with application or within ten days of posting closing.

Responsibilities

• Provide design engineering for new services orders, rewires, maintenance and relocations.
• Develop cost details and perform analyses to support projects.
• Coordinate with outside contractors, consultants, utilities and government agencies.
• Ensure system meets company, governmental and customer safety standards.
• Work with various software applications in a Windows environment.

Skills

Design engineering

Cost estimation

Analysis

Problem solving

Vendor coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

Associate degree or equivalent in engineering

Tools

Windows software

Job description

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking Designer (Multiple Locations) in the following locations: Waukesha WI (1), Delafield WI (1), Racine WI (3), West Allis WI (1), West Bend WI (2), Milwaukee WI (1), Franklin, WI (1). This position is represented by We Energies L2150 Union.

Job Responsibilities

The principal duties for the Designer include:

• Providing design engineering
• Cost details
• Analysis
• Problem-solving
• Third-party authorizations in a cost-effective manner for new services orders, rewires, system maintenance, facility relocations and other orders as assigned
• Integrates knowledge, experience, governmental codes, industry standards and determines company requirements, to solve technical problems in a safe, cost effective manner that satisfy energy service needs
• Provides technical support to and coordination between outside contractors, consultants, other utilities, and governmental agencies
• Ensures that the system meets company, governmental, and customer performance and safety standards. The Designer performs the preceding to ensure system integrity
• Will work with various software applications in a Windows environment

There is a State of Wisconsin indentured apprenticeship program associated with this occupation.

Minimum Qualifications

• Applicant must have an associate degree or equivalent education in electrical, mechanical, civil, architectural, electronic, utilities engineering, or similar technology. Similar technology includes but is not limited to: Renewable Energy, Drafting and Design, Geospatial Surveying and Geographic Information System
• In lieu of the degree requirement, a minimum of four years equivalent utility or engineering design experience is required in gas, electric or communications utility design, electrical, mechanical, civil or architectural design
• Applicant must have a valid driver's license and meet the company's requirements for driving
• For positions in some locations, applicants must comply with DOT Part 199 pipeline drug and alcohol testing

Official transcripts are required and should be submitted at the time of your application to the assigned HR Associate; must be attached to application or provided to HR within ten (10) days of the posting closing date. If you do not have your transcripts, please take the necessary steps to be able to provide them prior to being scheduled for any testing.

Testing Requirements

Technician Selection System (TECH)-Technician level:Ability to use numerical information presented in drawings, prints, and graphs to solve arithmetic problems, ability to use symbols and codes to locate objects on a map, comprehension of pictured mechanical principles, and the ability to read, apply rules and make decisions based upon written information.

Designer Structured Interview (DSGN) - Competencies are decision making; initiative; interpersonal skills/listening; conflict resolution; problem solving; safety awareness; adaptability; time management; cooperation; and work commitment.

End Date: 10/26/2026

Minimum Posting Range: $31.53

Maximum Posting Range: $52.56

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.

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.