Power Plant Electrical Engineer – Controls & Projects

Madison Gas and Electric; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Madison Gas and Electric is seeking an Electrical Engineer for on-site support at our Madison, WI power plant locations. The role focuses on electrical and controls engineering, project management for capital and O&M projects, and ensuring reliable generation operations.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and has experience with power plant electrical systems, PLCs, HMIs, and protective settings. Background in utility environments is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required.
• Experience reading and developing electrical drawings and schematics.
• Experience with utility electrical and controls systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide electrical and controls engineering support and project management for capital projects.
• Troubleshoot operations and maintenance problems on plant equipment.
• Coordinate project scope, schedule, and budget with stakeholders.
• Conduct tests, analyze data, and prepare reports for plant equipment.
• Perform or oversee load flow, arc flash, and protective settings studies.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Power systems

PLCs

HMI software

Network devices

Documentation and drawing review

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering

Tools

PLCs

HMI software

Protective settings analysis

Job description

Madison Gas and Electric is seeking an Electrical Engineer for on-site support at our Madison, WI power plant locations. The role focuses on electrical and controls engineering, project management for capital and O&M projects, and ensuring reliable generation operations.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering and has experience with power plant electrical systems, PLCs, HMIs, and protective settings. Background in utility environments is preferred.