Engineer

WPS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking an Engineer in our Green Bay, Wisconsin or Milwaukee, Wisconsin locations. This position currently offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time spent in the office.

This position is part of a job family (Associate Engineer, Engineer, and Senior Engineer) where experience will be the determining factor.

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

This is a unique engineering role with a focus on the relationship between third party communication attachers and the WEC Energy Group. The engineer in this role will need to become the subject matter expert on all standards, codes, regulations and internal workflows that apply to the attachment of communication facilities on utility owned poles, as well as the subject matter expert on all issues related to the interaction between communication and Company assets. It is a role that will have varied priorities driven by communication company’s initiatives. We are looking for an individual that is not only strong in their grasp of engineering concepts but also one who can communicate and negotiate effectively with others who have different priorities than the company.

Job Responsibilities

- Understand and be able to communicate applicable codes, standards and regulations to the parties wishing to attach communications assets to Company poles. Provide assistance and training when necessary. Work in conjunction with standards engineering groups to interpret these in accordance with Company policies and initiate changes when necessary.

- Work closely with Field Operations to ensure that FCC timelines are being met on projects requiring changes to distribution assets that will allow for the safe and code compliant attachment of communication facilities, aka “Make Ready”.

- Provide joint use related training to internal and external groups.

- Develop new processes and programs that will increase efficiencies related to the Company’s interactions with any work related to the overhead or underground communications installations, operations and maintenance.

- Drive towards negotiated settlements with third party communication companies that benefit the Company and align with Company goals and policies. Negotiated settlements may be required in relation to contractual agreements, payment for services performed by the Company, FCC requirements, communication facility placement on Company poles or buried in rights of way, and many other potential issues that arise.

Minimum Qualifications

- Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

- Valid driver’s license and meet the company’s requirements for driving

Preferred Qualifications

- Utility knowledge

- Knowledge of the communications industry

- Good communication skills

- Ability to work on varying tasks at the same time

End Date:

10/15/2025

Pay Range Minimum

: $66,898.00

Pay Range Maximum

: $132,708.94

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.

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

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Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. We will not sponsor for Employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

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.