Co-Op - Power Generation Engineering
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 Aug 20, 2025 | |
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WPS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Power Generation Engineering Co-Op in our Wausau, Wisconsin location. This role has an optional start of (January 2026 through August) or (June 2026 through January). The starting hourly rate for this position is $22.00 with paid company holidays. 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
Energize your career in a progressive work environment through our engineer co-op program, which gives you a chance to gain professional experience while enrolled in college, along with competitive pay. Your co-op experience offers real-world experience through hands-on work in your field of study. Job Responsibilities
This program gives students the opportunity to preview the work environment in their field of study and: Engineer co-ops working at the Weston Power Plant will gain experience in plant and project engineering, as well as planning, technical support and environmental compliance activities. Students will assist in evaluating equipment and system performance, while maintaining reliability, safety and regulatory compliance. The Engineer co-op will be working in, and learning about, generation at the Weston (coal-fired) Power Plant. * This co-op term is for approximately 8 months (January-August or June-January). The Weston Power Plant is located in central Wisconsin near the city of Wausau. Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
End Date: 11/14/2025 Pay Range Minimum: $22.00 Pay Range Maximum: $26.24 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. 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. EEO/AA policies and statements | |