Engineer I

ENGIE North America Inc.; Iowa City (IA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 97,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

Company vehicle

Job summary

ENGIE North America Inc. in Iowa City, IA is seeking an Electrical Engineer I to join our utility operations team on a permanent, full-time basis.

The role supports campus and utility infrastructure, including power generation and distribution systems, chilled water, steam, and water production. You will gain hands-on exposure to engineering, construction, commissioning, operations, and system optimization, growing into a valued technical resource within ENGIE's utility operations across North

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university required.
• 0-2 years experience preferred; working knowledge of power generation, MV distribution, substations, protective relaying, and utility systems.
• Familiarity with electrical design and analysis tools such as AutoCAD, SKM, or similar engineering software.

Responsibilities

• Design, support, and troubleshoot electrical systems for power generation, MV distribution, substations, and related utility infrastructure.
• Develop technical specifications and support procurement, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of protective relaying and control systems.
• Coordinate with electric utilities on transmission interconnections, system operations, and incident investigations.
• Perform and evaluate arc flash, short circuit, load flow, and protective relay studies using industry-standard engineering software.
• Troubleshoot electrical issues across utility assets and customer systems to support safe, reliable operations.
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams across multiple disciplines to support project development, design, construction, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Stay current on emerging technologies, safety standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices; travel to ENGIE sites across North America as needed.

Skills

Power systems analysis

Troubleshooting

Communication

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Education

ABET-accredited B.E. in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SKM

Job description

life insurance, paid time off, 401(k), company vehicle

Job Description

Engineer I

IOWA CITY, United States, 52240

ENGIE North America Inc.

Engineering

Permanent

Full - Time

What You Can Expect

At ENGIE, we power communities and advance the energy transition. At the University of Iowa, you'll be part of the team responsible for operating and improving the utility systems that support a major campus every day.

As an Electrical Engineer I, you'll develop expertise in power generation and distribution, chilled water, steam, and water production systems while working alongside experienced engineers and operations teams. You'll gain hands‑on exposure to engineering, construction, commissioning, operations, and system optimization efforts, building a broad foundation in utility infrastructure.

This role offers the opportunity to tackle complex technical challenges, contribute to critical infrastructure projects, collaborate with diverse stakeholders, and grow into a valued technical resource within ENGIE's utility operations.

What You'll Do

• Design, support, and troubleshoot electrical systems for power generation, medium-voltage distribution, substations, and related utility infrastructure
• Develop technical specifications and support the procurement, installation, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of protective relaying and control systems
• Coordinate with electric utilities on transmission interconnections, system operations, and incident investigations
• Perform and evaluate arc flash, short circuit, load flow, and protective relay studies using industry-standard engineering softwar
• Troubleshoot electrical issues across utility assets and customer systems to support safe, reliable operations
• Collaborate with engineers and project teams across multiple disciplines to support project development, design, construction, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Stay current on emerging technologies, safety standards, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, while occasionally traveling to support ENGIE sites across North America

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited university required
• Minimum 0-2 years experience, with w orking knowledge of power generation, medium-voltage distribution, substations, protective relaying, and utility systems
• Familiarity with electrical design and analysis tools such as AutoCAD, SKM, or similar engineering software
• Ability to troubleshoot electrical systems, analyze technical issues, and develop practical solutions
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams and with external stakeholders
• Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills and a commitment to safety, ethics, and continuous improvement

Additional Details

• This role requires attendance at a worksiteon a daily basis
• Must be available to travel domestically up to 20% of the time and with the need for some overnight trips
• Must possess a valid U.S. driver's license/clean driving record; to drive company vehicle across campus site locations
• Must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies
• Abilityto climb ladders, and occasionally work in environments with varying temperatures, noise levels and weather conditions

Compensation

Salary Range: $63,300 - $96,945 USD annually

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate. ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors.

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match. But that's not all - we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more .

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn't just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we're leading it! Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

In 2020 The University of Iowa (UI) entered a 50-year, trailblazing partnership with the University of Iowa Energy Collaborative (UIEC), a joint venture between ENGIE, Meridiam, and Hannon Armstrong, to operate, maintain and enhance the university's Utility System. As the founding member of this joint venture, ENGIE designs, builds, operates, and maintains the energy infrastructure delivering safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions in producing and distributing steam, electricity, chilled water, and domestic water to the main campus in Iowa City, Iowa and a nearby satellite campus.

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at [e-mail]. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

L'inclusion et la diversite sont au cur de notre politique de ressources humaines. Nous assurons l'egalite des chances entre tous les candidats et sommes engages a creer l'environnement de travail le plus accessible possible.