Lead Maintenance & Reliability Specialist

Alliant Energy Corporation; Madison (WI); Hybrid; USD 116,000 - 161,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy is seeking a Lead Maintenance and Reliability Specialist in Madison, WI to maximize reliability and performance of generation assets. The role blends predictive maintenance, data analysis and hands-on field support, mentoring the team while ensuring safe and efficient operations.

The ideal candidate brings a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 10 years of technical experience with 7 years in rotating equipment and maintenance methods, plus strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred in maintenance and reliability, computer science, engineering or related area.
• 10 years of technical and/or professional experience with 7 years in generating equipment and maintenance methods.
• Strong interpersonal, communication and documentation skills; ability to read technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Identifies, plans, and implements predictive and preventive maintenance programs for generating assets.
• Makes recommendations on equipment replacement and cost estimates for repairs.
• Makes recommendations to develop or change equipment standards and improvements.
• Conducts reliability studies and analyzes equipment for future projects.
• Provides technical support to maintenance and reliability staff and mentors others.
• Maintains maintenance backlog database and accurate equipment records.
• Collaborates with engineering to develop standards incorporating predictive maintenance.

Skills

Condition Monitoring

Continual Improvement

Cost Optimization

Design Specifications

Inspection Management

Predictive Maintenance

Records Management

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Bring YOUR energy to Alliant Energy! At Alliant Energy, our purpose is to serve customers and build stronger communities. We are passionate about powering beyond the market challenges of today, while powering what's next in energy. When our employees say "I am energy", it means they take pride in the work we do when disaster strikes, as well as all the days in between. We want you to be safe, happy and healthy. That's why we prioritize safety, offer volunteer opportunities and provide competitive pay, comprehensive health and retirement benefits, tuition reimbursement and paid time off.

Job Summary Lead Maintenance and Reliability Specialist is a critical role responsible for maximizing the reliability, performance, and efficiency of our generation assets. This position combines technical expertise, predictive and reliability-centered maintenance strategies, and hands‑on field support to ensure generating equipment operates safely and effectively while serving as a key resource and mentor for the maintenance team.

What you will do

• Identifies, plans, and implements predictive and preventive maintenance programs, including developing plans for equipment inspection, establishing predictive maintenance programs, scheduling preventative and corrective maintenance activities.
• Makes recommendations on equipment replacement and prepares cost estimates for equipment repair or system improvements.
• Makes recommendations to develop or change equipment standards and may review the recommended changes and improvements of others.
• Identifies, plans, and implements generating reliability improvement programs, including performing complex asset reliability studies and analysis and recommending changes and improvements in generating equipment and system design modifications for future project implementation.
• Assists personnel in implementing and interpreting predictive and preventive maintenance programs.
• Provides technical support and guidance to less experienced maintenance and reliability coordinators in the team
• Develops and provides technical support to the maintenance and operations staff at the generating facilities.
• Enters data to maintain an accurate maintenance work backlog database and ensures that supporting documentation is complete and accurate and that the generating equipment database structure is up to date.
• Analyzes predictive maintenance test results and may review or authorize the test results of less experienced employees.
• Provides technical assistance for mechanical and operations personnel in emergency situations, including analyzing test data to determine the nature and severity of the problem and recommending courses of action.
• Works with engineering personnel to develop equipment standards that incorporate predictive preventive maintenance practices and procedures.
• May work closely with maintenance personnel to fault find and propose solutions to plant issues.
• May act as a leader of teams to review equipment replacement recommendations.
• Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Maintenance and Reliability, Computer Science, Engineering or related area preferred.

Required Experience

10 years of technical and/or professional experience with 7 years of direct working knowledge of generating equipment and maintenance work methods, and large rotating equipment maintenance.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management). Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment. Ability to read and understand technical drawings and manuals. Advanced knowledge of maintenance strategies, including predictive maintenance, preventative maintenance and reliability centered maintenance preferred. Advanced knowledge of the design and operational characteristics of generating equipment such as turbines, generators, boilers, fans, pumps, and large motors preferred. Advanced knowledge of electrical systems, mechanical systems, power production systems preferred. Advanced knowledge and/or certifications in one or more predictive maintenance technologies, such as acoustic analysis, vibration analysis, oil analysis and infrared analysis preferred. Advanced knowledge in performing root cause failure analysis, with demonstrated skill in identifying physical, latent and human failure mechanisms preferred.

Key Skills

• Condition Monitoring
• Continual Improvement Process
• Cost Optimization
• Design Specifications
• Inspection Management
• Predictive Maintenance
• Records Management
• Root Cause Analysis

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you’re looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we’re the right company for you. Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

Pay Range: $116,000 - $161,000. This position is eligible to participate in the annual incentive program. The final salary offered will generally fall within this range and is dependent on various factors including but not limited to the responsibilities of the position, experience, skill set, internal pay equity and other relevant qualifications of the applicant.

It’s not just what we do; it’s how we do it. Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging 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 any other basis prohibited by law.

All candidates selected for employment with Alliant Energy will be required to successfully complete a background check, and a drug screen where applicable. Visa sponsorship not supported.

Disclaimer: The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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It’s an exciting time to join Alliant Energy! We focus on creating a culture of belonging. We want everyone to bring their unique perspectives and experiences and be themselves. This helps us all contribute to solving the energy challenges facing our region. It starts at an individual level, with every employee asking, “What makes me unique?” Leaders engage with their teams to ensure they have the tools to be successful in their careers. What you need to reach your goals may be different from what a co‑worker needs. Everyone has a fair shot at success. A culture of belonging ensures that everyone contributes their unique perspective. This environment contributes to fresh thinking, innovative solutions and Powering What’s Next for our customers. We strive for employee engagement and connection. We want our employees to have the opportunity to bring their whole selves to work.