Senior Boiler & Generation Engineer

Alliant Energy; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy seeks a Senior Engineer Generation (Boiler) or Senior Generation Equipment Specialist to oversee complex boiler system work in a combined cycle facility. You will manage contractor activities, lead safety-focused problem solving, and drive technically sound, cost‑effective solutions while maintaining compliance and reliability.

The role involves planning boiler tube reductions, coordinating inspections, and mentoring staff, with collaboration across maintenance and operations to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated project leadership across multi-discipline teams.
• Strong ability to analyze complex problems and craft engineering solutions.
• Experience coordinating with vendors and contractors to deliver timely services.

Responsibilities

• Lead high-impact boiler and generation projects with budget responsibility.
• Mentor junior engineers and coordinate with maintenance and operations teams.
• Ensure compliance with codes and safety standards during repairs and inspections.
• Manage outages, inspections, and energy piping repairs with cross-functional input.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Safety and compliance

Root cause analysis

Contractor management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Job description

Alliant Energy seeks a Senior Engineer Generation (Boiler) or Senior Generation Equipment Specialist to oversee complex boiler system work in a combined cycle facility. You will manage contractor activities, lead safety-focused problem solving, and drive technically sound, cost‑effective solutions while maintaining compliance and reliability.

The role involves planning boiler tube reductions, coordinating inspections, and mentoring staff, with collaboration across maintenance and operations to