Lead Engineering Technician

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Union Details (If applicable)
IBEW Local 965

Seniority Group (Local 965 Only) and Business Unit
Dane County, Operations-WI Energy Del WPL

Number of Positions Available
1

Salary Grade
U101237

Career Band
Lead

Job Code
J01244

Residency Requirement
Not subject to residency requirements.

Pay Range
$50.93 - $54.88

Alliant Energy offers a comprehensive total rewards package including competitive compensation and benefit programs. Information on these benefit programs is available on our Careers site.

Job Description

Job Summary

Performs various engineering detail and field work and related clerical-type tasks and supervises the work of others involved in the same or similar work.

What you will do

• Plans, schedules, assigns and reviews the work of the individuals supervised.
• Serves as coordinator and trainer in company systems and procedures such as CMS, MUS, etc. Instructs and evaluates apprentices and others as assigned in procedure execution, paper work and local practice relative to engineering work.
• Designs, prepares and reconciles work orders. Prepares material lists, tickets and transfers.
• Prepares estimates for work orders, budgets and customer contributions and charges.
• Performs a variety of field work, including locating proper service entrances, staking, locating underground pipe, cable and other obstructions. Survey work of moderate difficulty. Prepares and obtains distribution easements as assigned. Makes soil probe tests. Makes field checks and inventories. Gathers and prepares information for various permits, licenses and joint use applications. Installs location number tags.
• Performs various routine office work such as keeping work order and budget registers, and local property records. Maintains current Engineering, Accounting, Rate, Stores and budget records. Assists in the preparation of voltage, gas pressure, load and other engineering reports.
• Obtains information from engineering prints and prepares necessary maps and sketches.
• Prepares maintenance work sheets, accident reports and claim forms.
• Handles ordinary inquiries involving company procedures, extension rules, service rules, code requirements, service entrance and metering requirements.
• Keeps current in knowledge and understanding of company procedures, rates, rules, practices, standards and application of construction materials.
• Performs other duties which are similar, related or incidental to this position.

Education Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent

Required Experience

• 2 years' experience as qualified engineering technician or equivalent

Other Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Capacity for responsibility without close supervision
• Initiative
• Aptitude for engineering detail and supervision
• 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.

Our Values

Live Safety. Everyone. Always | Make Things Better | Care For Others | Do The Right Thing | Act For Tomorrow | Think Beyond. Be Bold

Alliant Energy and its subsidiaries are committed to creating a culture of belonging and is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been crafted to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not crafted to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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Posting End Date:
June 23, 2026