Engineer - Civil/Structural

Wisconsin Public Service Corporation; Milwaukee (WI); Hybrid; USD 68,000 - 136,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, seeks a Civil/Structural Engineer in Milwaukee. The role supports power delivery projects at substations, vaults, and ROW corridors. Hybrid work requires occasional travel to field locations in the We Energies territory.

The position belongs to a job family with Associate, Engineer, and Senior Engineer levels, and requires a Civil or Structural Engineering degree, a valid driver’s license, and willingness to travel. PE license preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (December 2026 graduates are eligible).
• Must have valid driver’s license and be willing to travel to company locations.
• Background investigation and security requirements for access to critical assets.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for civil/structural engineering assignments on a variety of projects in electric delivery.
• Analyze and recommend civil/structural design options.
• Prepare engineering designs, material and construction specifications and cost estimates.
• Review construction plans and implement construction activities.
• Ensure compliance with codes and standards.
• Coordinate with drafters to develop drawings and update documents.
• Collaborate with Substation Electrical Engineers on substation designs.
• Support field data collection and inspections.

Skills

Reading drawings

Site drawings interpretation

Civil engineering software

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil or Structural Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microstation

Visual Analysis

LPile

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Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Engineer - Civil/Structural in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. This position currently offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time regularly 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 Civil Engineer ensures appropriate civil and structural designs are completed in support of power delivery projects at company substations, electrical vaults, Right of Way corridors, and other company locations. This position will be based out of our downtown Milwaukee location and will require occasional travel to field locations throughout the We Energies service territory. This position will be a member of a design team comprised of engineers, designers, and drafting technicians.

Job Responsibilities

• Responsible for civil/structural engineering assignments on a variety of projects and assignments in support of electric delivery projects
• Analyze and recommend civil/structural design options
• Preparation of engineering designs, material and construction specifications, and cost estimates
• Review of internal and external construction plans and implementation of construction activities
• Properly applies codes, standards, and regulation to relevant tasks, designs, and projects
• Work with internal and/or contract drafters to develop construction drawings and record as-built drawings
• Work with drafters and technicians to update standard drawings and other engineering documentation
• Work closely with Substation Electrical Engineers to ensure correct and complete physical designs for substation projects
• Work closely with internal Environmental Department, Civil Construction Group, Project Teams, and design and construction contractors
• Collect field data and performs field inspections
• Review work of and give design direction to Civil Technicians
• Facilitate tasks using engineering application software
• Support other company departments as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering or Structural Engineering (December 2026 graduates are eligible to apply)
• Valid driver’s license and meet the company’s requirements for driving
• Candidates must be willing to travel to company locations (including field sites)

This position requires unescorted access to certain critical cyber assets which would require applicants to satisfy all Company and NERC Critical Infrastructure Protection Standard 004 security requirements, which includes a background investigation.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) License in Wisconsin
• Reading and interpreting structural and site drawings experience
• Experience with software packages such as AutoCAD, Microstation, Visual Analysis, and LPile

End Date:10/28/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $68,436.68

Pay Range Maximum: $135,761.08

This position is eligible for employee referral bonus.

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.

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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.