Electrical Controls Engineer – SCADA & Substation Automation

We Energies; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, seeks an Engineer - Electric Controls in Milwaukee to manage SCADA equipment and services for substations and distribution devices. You will design, install, and commission automation solutions and support control systems across generation facilities.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and willingness to travel. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with experience in PLC, DCS, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or related engineering degree.
• Willingness to travel and be on call if needed.
• Background investigation required for security clearance (NERC CIP)

Responsibilities

• Engineer, design, procure, install and commission automation, control, communication, and metering solutions for substations, line devices, and generation facilities.
• Analyze and upgrade existing substation RTUs and control systems.
• Support SCADA and Relay Technicians with field support and engineering guidance.
• Provide technical support for NERC CIP compliance across corporate functions.
• Manage electrical/controls projects from design through execution, ensuring scope and schedule are controlled.
• Troubleshoot and resolve unique equipment and communication issues.
• Provide work direction to other teams to ensure proper project implementation.
• Occasional travel to We Energies facilities in Wisconsin and Michigan/U.P. for coverage and conferences.

Skills

Excellent communication

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Programmable logic controllers (PLC) experience

Distributed control systems (DCS)

Human Machine Interfaces (HMI) experience

Job description

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, seeks an Engineer - Electric Controls in Milwaukee to manage SCADA equipment and services for substations and distribution devices. You will design, install, and commission automation solutions and support control systems across generation facilities.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Electrical Engineering and willingness to travel. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential, along with experience in PLC, DCS, and