Senior Boiler & Power Generation Engineer - Project Lead

Alliant Energy Corporation; Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy is seeking a Senior Engineer — Generation (Boiler) or Senior Generation Equipment Specialist responsible for maintaining and enhancing boiler systems within a combined cycle facility. You will lead complex repairs, coordinate inspections, and manage energy piping repairs while ensuring safety and reliability.

The role offers cross‑functional collaboration with maintenance and operations teams, with opportunities to mentor new staff and drive cost‑effective solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (ABET-accredited).
• 7+ years of related experience.
• Experience working with vendors and contractors to deliver services.

Responsibilities

• Independently handle complex assignments and analyze solutions.
• Identify safety improvements and design safety into equipment.
• Proactively analyze problems and propose solutions with minimal guidance.
• Present alternatives and influence customer decisions with technical justification.
• Manage project budgets, accruals, and related tasks.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication

Root cause analysis

Safety awareness

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

7+ years experience

Job description

Alliant Energy is seeking a Senior Engineer — Generation (Boiler) or Senior Generation Equipment Specialist responsible for maintaining and enhancing boiler systems within a combined cycle facility. You will lead complex repairs, coordinate inspections, and manage energy piping repairs while ensuring safety and reliability.

The role offers cross‑functional collaboration with maintenance and operations teams, with opportunities to mentor new staff and drive cost‑effective solutions.