Engineering Supervisor

Peoples Gas; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Peoples Gas Light & Coke Co, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking an Engineering Supervisor in our Chicago, Illinois location.

The role leads a team of engineers on complex projects, overseeing planning, cost control, scheduling, and coordination with contractors. Minimum qualifications include a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in gas distribution/ transmission design, and a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering is required.
• 5+ years' experience with gas distribution or transmission system design, planning, and cost estimating.
• Valid Driver's License required.

Responsibilities

• Technical responsibility for planning, developing, interpreting, organizing, coordinating and executing a variety of projects that are complex in nature and require the application of engineering and project management skills.
• Lead projects while managing forecasting, cost control, and ensure timely completion.
• Plan work activity schedules, resource allocation, prioritization of activities.
• Develop scope of work, design criteria and selection of outside service providers.
• Monitor budgets and oversee the work of contractors.

Skills

Gas distribution experience

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

GIS

SynerGee Gas

Job description

Peoples Gas Light & Coke Co, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Engineering Supervisor in our Chicago, Illinois location.

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 Engineering Supervisor leads a team of engineers and support staff on complex engineering projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Technical responsibility for planning, developing, interpreting, organizing, coordinating and executing a variety of projects that are complex in nature and require the application of engineering and project management skills.
• Lead projects while managing forecasting, cost control, and ensure timely completion.
• Plan work activity schedules, resource allocation, prioritization of activities, etc.
• Develop scope of work, design criteria and selection of outside service providers.
• Perform other department work as needed including, engineering design, preparing and/or approving construction and material specifications, monitoring project budgets and overseeing the work of contractors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering.
• 5+ years' standard computer applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• 5+ years’ relevant experience with gas distribution and/or transmission system design, planning, and cost estimating.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Driver's License.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience being responsible for the completion or management of tasks as a part of a project.
• 5+ years' experience working with and understanding related codes (Title 49 CFR 192, PSC 135, API, ASTM, MSS, etc.)
• 5+ years' experience with technical gas operations, experience in transmission line construction processes (welding, tapping, hydro test, purging, tie-ins, etc.) and/or distribution system processes.
• 5+ years' experience with specialty computer applications, applications such as GIS, SynerGee Gas.

End Date: 10/29/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $104,083.72

Pay Range Maximum: $156,125.32

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.

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.