RICE Engineer

Socket.dev; Negaunee Township (MI); On-site; USD 68,000 - 136,000; Full time

Job summary

WEC Energy Group seeks a RICE Engineer for our RICE power generation sites in Kronenwetter, Union Grove, Negaunee, or Pelkie. The position spans Associate to Senior levels, with progression based on experience and qualifications.

You will perform complex designs, analyses, and project oversight, ensuring equipment reliability and compliance with standards. Travel to sites is expected as part of duties.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering is required.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to meet driving requirements.
• Preferred: degrees in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Engineering.

Responsibilities

• Prepare complex engineering designs and project schedules.
• Lead operations analysis and recommend improvements.
• Maintain and manage equipment information databases.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis activities and peer checks.
• Update drawings and maintain corporate records per guidelines.
• Support project teams and manage outages and maintenance.

Skills

Project Management

RICE operations experience

Power generation knowledge

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Engineering

Job description

Wisconsin Public Service and We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking aRICE Engineer at our RICE power generation sites in Kronenwetter, Wisconsin, Union Grove, Wisconsin, Negaunee, Michigan, or Pelkie, Michigan location.

This position is part of a job family (Associate Engineer, Engineer, and Senior Engineer) where experience will be the determining factor.

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 Responsibilities

• Prepare complex engineering designs, construction and material specifications and project schedules, design and implementation of material and equipment evaluation methods, preparation of feasibility studies and/or cost-benefit analyses of proposed projects and/or review of third party construction plans.
• Lead operations and statistical data analysis and makes recommendations based on best available information.
• Maintain and manage equipment information database systems.
• Assists/Leads complex Root Cause Analysis activities and performs peer checks on Root Cause Analyses.
• Knowledgeable in applicable codes, standards and regulations. Updates drawings and other engineering documentation and maintains corporate records by filing in accordance with business unit guidelines.
• Demonstrates ownership of assigned equipment. Knowledgeable of design basis for a variety of systems. Supplies system and plant wide knowledge to troubleshoot and improve performance and reliability.
• Understand and utilize performance monitoring tools. Independently performs calculations, tests, data analysis’ and engineering evaluations to develop recommendations to maintain and improve plant system and equipment performance, efficiency and reliability.
• Participates in long-term budget process for capital projects and management of the O&M budget. Selects alternatives for projects based on the results of technical, economic and regulatory analyses. Prepares
• RFP's, coordinates the evaluation process and provides a recommendation. Performs contract administration and construction inspections for complex multidisciplinary projects. Provides detailed interpretation of drawings, specification, conditions, requirements and agreements.
• Participates in project teams on moderately complex assignments. Supports management of day to day operation and maintenance of the facility, and planning, scheduling and execution of scheduled outages.
• Travel and overnight stay required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
• Valid driver’s license and meet the company’s requirements for driving

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering
• Project Management experience
• Reciprocating Internal Combustion Engine (RICE) operations and maintenance experience
• Power Generation Asset operation and maintenance management experience

End Date:09/30/2026

Pay Range Minimum: $68,436.68

Pay Range Maximum: $135,761.08

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.

WEC Energy Group benefits

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
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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.

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