{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"20d821cc970da327df5e092b","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/20d821cc970da327df5e092b","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/20d821cc970da327df5e092b","title":"RICE Engineer","description":"Wisconsin Public Service and We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking aRICE Engineer at our RICE power generation sites in Kronenwetter, Wisconsin, Union Grove, Wisconsin, Negaunee, Michigan, or Pelkie, Michigan location.\n\nThis position is part of a job family (Associate Engineer, Engineer, and Senior Engineer) where experience will be the determining factor.\n\nAbout Us\n\nWEC Energy Group is one of the nation’s largest electric generation and distribution and natural gas delivery holding companies serving 4.7 million customers across the Midwest. We are committed to providing clean, reliable, and affordable energy in an environmentally sustainable manner. Customers are the heart of our business, and we work every day to help grow and support communities where we provide vital energy services.\n\nAs a Fortune 500 company, we value and develop our employees who are making a difference in a mission that matters. We don’t just offer a job; we provide fulfilling careers where safety and well-being are paramount. Join our team and experience first‑hand our commitment to your success. We offer competitive pay and benefits to recognize your hard work and dedication.\n\nIf you’re talented, energetic and ready for a career with a future, we want you on our team. We are powered by a diverse and inclusive workforce fueled by the pride in what we do. If you're driven by the passion to change lives, this is the place for you.\n\nJob Responsibilities\n\nPrepare complex engineering designs, construction and material specifications and project schedules, design and implementation of material and equipment evaluation methods, preparation of feasibility studies and/or cost-benefit analyses of proposed projects and/or review of third party construction plans.\n\nLead operations and statistical data analysis and makes recommendations based on best available information.\n\nMaintain and manage equipment information database systems.\n\nAssists/Leads complex Root Cause Analysis activities and performs peer checks on Root Cause Analyses.\n\nKnowledgeable in applicable codes, standards and regulations. Updates drawings and other engineering documentation and maintains corporate records by filing in accordance with business unit guidelines.\n\nDemonstrates ownership of assigned equipment. Knowledgeable of design basis for a variety of systems. Supplies system and plant wide knowledge to troubleshoot and improve performance and reliability.\n\nUnderstand and utilize performance monitoring tools. Independently performs calculations, tests, data analysis’ and engineering evaluations to develop recommendations to maintain and improve plant system and equipment performance, efficiency and reliability.\n\nParticipates in long-term budget process for capital projects and management of the O&M budget. Selects alternatives for projects based on the results of technical, economic and regulatory analyses. Prepares\n\nRFP's, coordinates the evaluation process and provides a recommendation. Performs contract administration and construction inspections for complex multidisciplinary projects. Provides detailed interpretation of drawings, specification, conditions, requirements and agreements.\n\nParticipates in project teams on moderately complex assignments. Supports management of day to day operation and maintenance of the facility, and planning, scheduling and execution of scheduled outages.\n\nTravel and overnight stay required.\n\nMinimum Qualifications\n\nBachelor's Degree in Engineering\n\nValid driver’s license and meet the company’s requirements for driving\n\nPreferred Qualifications\n\nBachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Engineering\n\nProject Management experience\n\nReciprocating Internal Combustion Engine (RICE) operations and maintenance experience\n\nPower Generation Asset operation and maintenance management experience\n\nEnd Date: 09/30/2026\n\nPay Range Minimum : $68,436.68\n\nPay Range Maximum : $135,761.08\n\nThe pay range reflects the minimum and maximum for the position at the time of posting and may be modified in the future. The starting salary/pay within the pay range will be based on several factors, as applicable, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, shift, travel requirements, collective bargaining agreements, and business and organizational needs. At WEC Energy Group, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role.\n\nWEC Energy Group benefits\n\nWe reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.\nLearn more at Careers\n\nWEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.\n\nWEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. 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