Sr. Engineer Boiler or Non-degreed Engineer

ISU Research Park; Marshalltown (IA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Alliant Energy is seeking a Sr. Engineer Generation (Boiler) or Sr. Generation Equipment Specialist to oversee complex boiler systems at a combined cycle facility. You will lead repairs, manage contractors, and ensure safety and reliability of energy piping and boiler components.

The role emphasizes project leadership, budget management, and collaboration with maintenance and operations teams to optimize performance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (ABET-accredited)
• 7 years related experience for Sr. Engineer Boiler
• 10 years experience related to Steam Turbine/Boiler/HRSG or Generator maintenance for Senior Generation Equipment Specialist.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex assignments requiring in-depth analysis to determine solutions.
• Identifies problems and safety considerations to maintain safe operations.
• Proactively identifies and analyzes problems and recommends solutions to customer needs.
• Develops technically sound and cost-effective recommendations with cross-functional impact.
• Defines and presents alternatives to influence customer decisions.
• Manages project budgets, including accruals and related tasks.
• Supports facility outages and energy system reliability with contractors.

Skills

Project management

Contractor management

Cross-functional teamwork

Technical writing

Problem solving

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Bachelor's degree preferred

Job description

Sr. Engineer Boiler or Non-degreed Engineer

Employer

Alliant Energy

Job Description

Are you ready to take on a high-impact engineering role at the heart of energy production? As a Senior Engineer – Generation or a Senior Generation Equipment Specialist , 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.

***This position can be hired as either a Sr. Engineer Generation (Boiler) or a Sr. Generation Equipment Specialist depending on experience***

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.

Requirements

Sr. Engineer Generation (Boiler):

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

7 years of related experience

Senior Generation Equipment Specialist:

Bachelor's Degree Preferred

10 years of experience directly related to Steam Turbine, Combustion Turbine, and Boiler, Heat Recovery Steam Generator or Generator maintenance.

Proven experience working with vendors and contractors to deliver goods and services in a timely and professional manner.

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-mail, word processing, spreadsheet, and project management).

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

Key Skills

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.