Engineer I - Substation

Alliant Energy; Juneau (AK); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Alliant Energy seeks an Engineer I – Substation to join our engineering team in Madison, WI. This hybrid-remote role requires residency in Wisconsin and occasional site visits within our service territory.

You will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design, specify, and deliver substation projects. Responsibilities include preparing drawings, specifications, reports, and cost estimates while ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited program.
• Internship or co-op experience in engineering preferred.
• Substation design experience preferred.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and layout of electrical substations, including equipment selection, sizing, and configuration.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports for substation projects.
• Assist in the preparation of construction documents, including bills of materials and construction specifications.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess existing substation conditions.
• Coordinate with external consultants, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful execution.
• Support project managers in project planning, scheduling, and cost estimation.
• Engage in other duties to support Alliant Energy’s values.

Skills

Substation design

Electrical engineering

Project coordination

Communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

ETAP

Microsoft Office

Job description

Competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

Engineer I – Substation

We are looking for an Engineer I – Substation to join our engineering team in Madison, WI. The role is a hybrid‑remote position reporting to the Madison office; candidates must reside in Wisconsin and be willing to make occasional site visits and day‑trip travel within our service territory.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and layout of electrical substations, including equipment selection, sizing, and configuration.
• Ensure adherence to company and client standards, guidelines, specifications, practices, and procedures in preparing design drawings.
• Maintain compliance with industry standards, codes, and regulations in all substation designs and projects.
• Prepare engineering drawings, specifications, and technical reports for substation projects.
• Assist in the preparation and review of construction documents, including bills of materials and construction specifications.
• Assist in the preparation of detailed engineering calculations, including grounding, AC and DC loading, bus sizing, cable sizing, and other standard methods and principles.
• Assist in the evaluation and selection of substation equipment and materials.
• Prepare and issue requests for materials or services to potential suppliers, ensuring clear and comprehensive specifications and requirements.
• Conduct site visits and inspections to assess existing substation conditions and identify potential issues.
• Coordinate with external consultants, vendors, and contractors to ensure the successful execution of substation design projects.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, including engineers, technicians, and project managers, to ensure project objectives are met.
• Support project managers in project planning, scheduling, and cost estimation.
• Assist in the preparation of technical reports, proposals, and cost estimates for substation projects.
• Engage in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s values and help deliver on our purpose.

Education Requirements

· Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering from an accredited engineering program.

Preferred Experience

• Previous technical and/or professional experience in substation design or related electrical engineering field.
• Internship or co‑op experience in engineering.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in computer software programs (e.g., e‑mail, word processing, spreadsheets, and project management tools).
• Ability to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.

Key Skills

• Condition Monitoring
• Continual Improvement Process
• Cost Optimization
• Design Specifications
• Inspection Management
• Power Engineering
• Predictive Maintenance
• Project and Program Management
• Records Management
• Root Cause Analysis

Alliant Energy is committed to providing an inclusive work environment for all and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant’s qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.