Senior Engineer Generation - Boiler

Isupark; Marshalltown (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Isupark seeks a Senior Engineer – Generation based in Marshalltown, IA, to enhance coal boiler systems' performance. This role combines technical challenges with project leadership, demanding expertise in energy systems and effective project management.

Key responsibilities involve overseeing complex repairs, managing budgets, and working collaboratively with various teams. Candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and at least 7 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 7 years of related experience in energy production or engineering.
• Experience in project management and cross-functional teamwork.
• Ability to mentor less experienced personnel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee complex repairs and manage contractors for coal boiler systems.
• Execute boiler tube reduction programs and coordinate inspections.
• Manage project budgets and technical documentation.

Skills

Project management leadership

Problem-solving

Interpersonal communication

Technical knowledge of energy systems

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Project management software

Office software (e.g., MS Word, Excel)

Job description

Location: Marshalltown, IA | Multiple Locations

Job Description

Are you ready to take on a high-impact engineering role at the heart of energy production? As a Senior Engineer – Generation , you’ll be part of a dynamic team responsible for maintaining and enhancing the performance of our coal boiler systems within a combined cycle facility. This position offers a unique blend of technical challenge and hands‑on project leadership, where you'll oversee complex repairs, manage contractors, and ensure compliance standards for coded pressure welding.

From planning and executing boiler tube reduction programs to coordinating inspections and managing energy piping repairs, you’ll play a critical role in keeping our power generation infrastructure safe, efficient, and reliable. You’ll work cross‑functionally with maintenance and operations teams.

If you're passionate about energy systems, thrive in a fast‑paced environment, and excel at contractor and project management, this is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the power generation industry.

What you will do

Independently performs work on a variety of complex assignments requiring in-depth analysis to determine appropriate solutions to solve problems.

Identifies problems and solutions and makes safety suggestions to maintain a safe work environment, using tools and standards to design safety into operating and maintaining equipment.

Goes beyond generally accepted guidelines to proactively identify and analyze problems and recommend solutions to customer needs with minimal guidance.

Solves complex problems by relying on experience and outside references to identify new ways of using existing procedures, techniques, and resources.

Develops recommendations for technically sound and cost‑effective solutions, understanding the application to other problems and systems and demonstrating critical thinking skills.

Demonstrates the ability and confidence to present alternatives and constructively influence the customer's decision making.

Makes higher risk decisions that involve direct application of technical knowledge and may have an impact on multiple areas of the business with proper sign off from customer.

Proactively provides guidance to less experienced personnel and may mentor new employees or interns.

Has established effective working relationships and credibility with employees, contractors, customers, functional groups, and internal and external peers.

Explains technical problems to internal stakeholders and accurately prepares detailed documents such as technical studies and project documentation for future reference.

Manages project budgets, including processes accruals, and communicates anticipated changes in the budget. Applies FIN 102 requirements when executing requisitions, receipts, and related project tasks.

Understands various corporate financial statements and can differentiate how project implementation and property unit catalog (PUC) citations will impact the rate payer versus the shareholder, including providing input to PUC modifications as appropriate.

Supports Generation facility outages.

Engages in other duties as needed that support Alliant Energy’s Values and helps deliver on our Purpose to serve customers and build stronger communities.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree Within an engineering program that is accredited through the Engineering Accreditation Commission

Required Experience

7 years of related experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Project management leadership experience preferred, along with ability to deal with subcontractors and cross-functional teams; may have expertise in a particular area of the discipline.

Demonstrated effective interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Demonstrated ability to use computer software programs (e.g., e-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).

Ability to work effectively in a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

Key Skills