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How much do home based combustion engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for home based combustion engineer in the United States is $88,214.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $73,500.00 and $90,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Home Based Combustion Engineer vs On-Site Combustion Engineer?

AspectHome Based Combustion EngineerOn-Site Combustion Engineer
Work EnvironmentPrimarily remote, office-based or from home with occasional site visitsOn-site at industrial, power plant, or manufacturing facilities
Required CertificationsTypically includes combustion system certifications, engineering licenses, and safety trainingSimilar certifications, with additional site-specific safety and operational training
Industry UsageUsed in consulting, design, and remote troubleshooting rolesHands-on operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting at facilities

While both roles require combustion system knowledge and relevant certifications, the Home Based Combustion Engineer mainly works remotely, focusing on design and consulting, whereas the On-Site Combustion Engineer is physically present at facilities for operational tasks.

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Infographic showing various Home Based Combustion Engineer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 10% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $88,214 per year, or $42.4 per hour.
Project Engineer - Combustion Turbines

Project Engineer - Combustion Turbines

WEC Energy Group

Milwaukee, WI • On-site

$156K/yr

Full-time

Posted 14 days ago

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8.4

Company rating: 8.4 out of 10

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Job description

We Energies, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Project Engineer - Combustion Turbine for our Milwaukee, Wisconsin and Green Bay, Wisconsin locations. This position offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time spent both in the office and at project sites.
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 Combustion Turbines Engineer provides subject matter expertise, engineering support, project management, contractor oversight and technical work direction to the fleet of combustion 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 (such as combustion inspections, hot gas path inspections, major inspections and overhauls), 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
  • Manage capital projects within our power generation fleet territory with a focus on combustion turbines and combined cycles.
  • 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
  • Develop project authorization requests (PAR's) and attend senior leadership project team (SPT) meetings as required.
  • Lead scope development to analyze and recommend design options, recommend systems, components, and materials along with related cost estimates.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelors 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 combustion turbine technology, rotating equipment and management of related unit operation and maintenance activities
  • Experience with GE frame 7FA/7EA heavy-duty combustion turbines and Prati & Whitney FT4 aero-derivatives

End Date: 07/15/2026
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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