Senior Boiler & Generation Engineer - Lead Projects

Alliant Energy; Ottumwa (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy seeks a Senior Engineer Generation (Boiler) or Senior Generation Equipment Specialist to lead maintenance and upgrade initiatives for coal boiler systems in a combined cycle facility. You'll plan boiler tube reduction programs, coordinate inspections, and manage energy piping repairs with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities include overseeing complex repairs, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards across projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (ABET-accredited).
• Experience requirements vary by role: 7+ years for Boiler position; 10+ years for Equipment Specialist in steam/generator domains.

Responsibilities

• Independently perform complex assignments and analyze problems to determine solutions.
• Identify safety improvements and integrate them into operating procedures.
• Lead cross‑functional teams and manage contractors on projects.
• Develop technically sound, cost‑effective solutions and document analyses.
• Mentor junior staff and provide guidance on equipment reliability and maintenance.

Skills

Project management

Root Cause Analysis

Design Specifications

Inspection Management

Power Engineering

Cost Optimization

Records Management

Predictive Maintenance

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Alliant Energy seeks a Senior Engineer Generation (Boiler) or Senior Generation Equipment Specialist to lead maintenance and upgrade initiatives for coal boiler systems in a combined cycle facility. You'll plan boiler tube reduction programs, coordinate inspections, and manage energy piping repairs with cross‑functional teams.

Responsibilities include overseeing complex repairs, mentoring staff, and ensuring compliance with safety and technical standards across projects.