Grid Planning Engineer I: Shape the Power Grid of Tomorrow

Alliant Energy; Dubuque (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy in Iowa is hiring Engineers for Grid Planning at levels I–III to help design the grid of tomorrow and grow with a developmental progression. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, with level-based experience expectations and preferred internships or co-ops.

Alliant offers safety, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work culture. This role emphasizes safety, risk management, technical studies, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure reliable power delivery and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is required.
• Experience varies by level (I–III Grid Planning).
• Internships or co-ops in engineering are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Learn and apply safety standards and regulatory requirements.
• Identify and mitigate system issues with risk-focused approaches.
• Lead cross-functional collaboration on planning, modeling, and interconnection studies.
• Support budgeting, scope development, and project sequencing.

Skills

Data Analysis

Power Engineering

Grid Interconnection

Power Flow Analysis

Standards Compliance

Transient Analysis

Cost Optimization

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Alliant Energy in Iowa is hiring Engineers for Grid Planning at levels I–III to help design the grid of tomorrow and grow with a developmental progression. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, with level-based experience expectations and preferred internships or co-ops.

Alliant offers safety, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative work culture. This role emphasizes safety, risk management, technical studies, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure reliable power delivery and