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WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Montfort, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Watertown, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

We Energies (WE)

Steam Turbine Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Whitewater, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Milwaukee, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Oak Creek, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Darien, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Germantown, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Malone, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Cobb, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

WEC Energy Group

Steam Turbine Engineer

Union Grove, WI · Hybrid

$156K/yr

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin ...

Leonardo DRS

Senior Engineer - Steam Turbine

Fitchburg, MA · On-site

$102K - $159K/yr

Job Summary Our Fitchburg, MA location is seeking a Senior Steam Turbine Engineer to be responsible ... Develop project plans and pre-contract proposal estimates based on project scope, technical ...

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What is the difference between Contract Steam Turbine Engineer vs Contract Power Plant Technician?

AspectContract Steam Turbine EngineerContract Power Plant Technician
CredentialsEngineering degree, certifications in turbine operation and maintenanceTechnical diploma or associate degree, certifications in power plant systems
Work EnvironmentDesign, troubleshooting, and maintenance of steam turbines in power plantsOperational support, equipment maintenance, and troubleshooting in power plants
Employer & IndustryPower generation companies, engineering firmsPower plants, energy companies, industrial facilities

The Contract Steam Turbine Engineer focuses on the design, troubleshooting, and maintenance of steam turbines, requiring engineering credentials. In contrast, the Contract Power Plant Technician handles operational support and equipment maintenance, often with technical diplomas. Both roles work within power plants but differ in scope and technical requirements.

What are Contract Steam Turbine Engineers?

Contract Steam Turbine Engineers are specialized professionals hired on a temporary or project basis to design, maintain, troubleshoot, and optimize steam turbines used in power generation and industrial settings. They work with energy companies, utilities, or engineering firms to ensure turbines operate efficiently and safely, often providing expertise for installations, overhauls, or upgrades. Their responsibilities may also include performance analysis, technical documentation, and compliance with industry standards. Because they work on a contract basis, assignments can vary in duration and location, offering flexibility and exposure to different projects.

What are some common challenges faced by Contract Steam Turbine Engineers when joining new project teams?

Contract Steam Turbine Engineers often encounter the challenge of quickly adapting to new teams and unfamiliar plant environments. Since project durations are typically limited, engineers must rapidly understand existing maintenance practices, system documentation, and site-specific safety protocols. Effective communication with multidisciplinary teams—such as operations, maintenance, and project management—is essential for ensuring that projects remain on schedule. Successfully navigating these challenges requires both strong technical expertise and the ability to build rapport with new colleagues in a short time.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Contract Steam Turbine Engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Contract Steam Turbine Engineer, you need expertise in mechanical engineering, thermodynamics, and turbine operation, typically backed by a relevant engineering degree and industry experience. Familiarity with tools such as CAD software, vibration analysis systems, and industrial control systems is often required, along with certifications like ASME or API. Strong problem-solving skills, effective communication, and adaptability are essential soft skills for collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and managing project-based work. These skills and qualifications ensure the safe, efficient, and reliable performance of steam turbines, which is critical for power generation and industrial operations.
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Steam Turbine Engineer

Steam Turbine Engineer

WEC Energy Group

Montfort, WI • Hybrid

$156K/yr

Other

Posted 13 days ago

WEC Energy Group rating

8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

Wisconsin Electric Power, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Steam Turbine Engineer. This position can be located at our Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations or any of our southeast Wisconsin power generation or renewable locations. This position currently offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time spent in the office.

This role will be required to travel to our power generation sites across the Southeast Wisconsin with occasional travel to Northern Wisconsin and Upper Michigan.
 

This position is part of a job family (Associate Engineer, Engineer, Senior Engineer, and Principal Engineer) where experience will be the determining factor. If you are currently in this Job Family, it will be a lateral move.

About Us

WEC 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.

As 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.

If 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.

Job Summary

The Steam Turbines Engineer provides subject matter expertise, engineering support, project management, contractor oversight and technical work direction to the fleet of steam turbine generator units. In coordination with power plant personnel and others, the engineer will provide the planning, execution, oversight and documentation of new unit construction, unit outages, periodic major maintenance events, routine inspections and component repairs, and condition monitoring. This role supports equipment reliability, safety, environmental and regulatory compliance programs in addition to Power Generation business unit initiatives.

Job Responsibilities
  • Provide technical support within power generation fleet territory with a focus on steam turbines and rotating equipment.
  • Responsible for field testing, engineering analysis, and specialized programs that deal with plant equipment performance, availability, and operating/maintenance costs.
  • Troubleshoot and resolve operational and maintenance problems by providing engineering support by formulating and implementing technical solutions. 
  • Compile and analyze power plant operating data to determine ways to improve plant efficiencies through operating and equipment changes and upgrades. 
  • Oversee contractors working on projects.
  • Develop project budgets, schedules, and report on financial performance.
  • Lead scope development to analyze and recommend design options, recommend systems, components, and materials along with related cost estimates.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
  • Valid driver's license and meet the company's requirements for driving
Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering
  • 5+ years of prior power generation experience, including specialized knowledge of steam turbine technology, rotating equipment and management of related unit operation and maintenance activities
  • Experience with steam turbine OEM

End Date: 07/29/2026 

Pay Range Minimum:  $68,436.68 

Pay Range Maximum:  $156,125.32 

The 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.

WEC Energy Group benefits

We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
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WEC 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.

WEC Energy Group and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers. As a result, all qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other protected status. The Company also complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws that require it to take affirmative action.
 

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