E&C Engineer

E&C Engineer

Location: La Crosse, WI

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

Contract Details

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 12 months
• Pay Rate: $50.00 $53.00 / Hour (USD)
• Shift / Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, approximately 40 hours per week, with attendance at the daily 7:00 AM plant meeting
• Travel Requirements: No regular travel expected; each engineer will support their assigned plant location only
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Job Summary

The E&C Engineer Electrical will support one of four Energy Supply plant locations (Wilmarth Plant, French Island Plant, Bayfront Plant, or Red Wing Plant). Each site currently has a mechanical engineer but lacks dedicated electrical engineering support. The engineer will be responsible for electrical reliability initiatives, troubleshooting plant electrical systems, and managing electrical capital and maintenance projects. Upcoming work includes upgrades and replacement of switchgear, transformers, medium- and high-voltage equipment, and other electrical infrastructure. The engineers will develop, scope, budget, bid, execute, oversee, and close out projects while supporting plant reliability and operational improvements.

The day begins with a 7:00 AM plant status meeting to review plant performance, issues, and daily priorities. Following the meeting, the engineer will manage active projects, support troubleshooting and reliability concerns, assist with equipment issues, coordinate with operations and maintenance personnel, and work with contractors and engineering resources as needed. The role is approximately 70% project management and 30% plant reliability engineering.

This is a plant-based role supporting power generation facilities, including three refuse-derived fuel (RDF) plants that burn garbage and one biomass plant that burns wood chips. The position is based at the French Island Generating Plant in La Crosse, WI with no hybrid work option. The role encompasses both project engineering and day-to-day reliability engineering duties, allowing engineers to contribute to long-term projects while addressing immediate operational needs.

Applies extensive technical expertise and has full knowledge of other related disciplines. Performs as a staff advisor and consultant in a technical specialty, a type of facility or equipment, or a program function. Carries out complex or innovative assignments requiring the development of new or improved techniques and procedures. Work is expected to result in the development of new/improved techniques and procedures or new/refined equipment, materials, processes, products, and/or scientific methods. Represents the organization as the prime technical contact on contracts and projects and interacts with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination between organizations. Work is performed without appreciable direction and considerable latitude is exercised in determining technical objectives of assignment. Guidance relates largely to overall objectives, critical issues, new concepts, and policy matters. Completed work is reviewed from a relatively long-term perspective for desired results. May assign tasks to and direct engineers, technicians, craft personnel, and administrative staff, including coordination and review of work assignments. Responsible for (and may lead) multiple projects of moderate to large size or portions of major projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Apply extensive technical expertise and demonstrate an understanding of the basic principles of other related disciplines; fully demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level by applying technical standards, principles, theories, concepts, and techniques to lead projects of moderate to large size, scope, and complexity.
• Largely self-directed work is expected to result in the development of new or improved techniques, procedures, and standards; support the development of technical documentation (including but not limited to designs, testing, calculations, reports, standards, etc.)
• Without appreciable direction, exercise considerable latitude in determining ongoing technical support for project activities within areas such as Operations, Maintenance, Testing/diagnostics, and Regulatory; provide field engineering oversight and direction for activities such as support, testing, installation, inspections, commissioning, etc.
• Coordinate/lead multiple projects or portions of projects (including phases such as research, design, equipment selection, procurement, installation, and commissioning); may lead more critical projects with oversight of a higher-level engineer or supervisor.
• Represent the organization as the prime technical contact in the bid/evaluation processes, including preparation of bid documents, completion of technical evaluations for proposals, and providing recommendations for selection; interact with senior external personnel on significant technical matters often requiring coordination with internal and external organizations.
• Effectively and with precision resolve difficult technical/business matters both inter-organizationally and with outside customers/vendors with all formats of communication.
• May assign tasks to and/or direct engineers, technicians, craft personnel, and other support staff, including coordination and review of work assignments; provide guidance and mentoring to less experienced engineers; responsible for continuous self-development of technical skills and competencies.
• Lead activities such as budgeting, estimating, forecasting, accounting, and work order management in support of engineering projects.

Required Skills

• Utility, power generation, industrial manufacturing, or heavy industrial experience
• Medium-voltage and high-voltage electrical equipment experience
• Power systems knowledge
• Project management experience from project development through close-out
• Troubleshooting and reliability engineering experience
• Familiarity with plant electrical systems and equipment
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Communication skills
• Ability to ask questions and learn quickly
• Financial literacy and budget awareness
• Adaptability
• Positive attitude and eagerness to learn
• Ability to work in a close-knit plant environment
• Ability to demonstrate the unique technical skills and core competencies for this engineering level as established and documented by the organization

Preferred Skills

• FE certification
• PE certification
• DeltaV control system experience
• Emerson Ovation experience
• Distributed Control System (DCS) knowledge
• SAP experience
• Experience with asset management/work management systems
• Electromechanical or controls engineering backgrounds
• Plant modernization and equipment upgrade experience
• Previous experience in power plants or utilities, as well as project management or construction management backgrounds

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited program (preferred; ABET accreditation particularly important for future conversion potential)
• Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering preferred
• FE and PE certifications are preferred but not required
• EIT/FE (Engineer in Training/Fundamentals of Engineering) strongly preferred

Required Experience

• Minimum 2 years of relevant engineering experience; demonstrated broad knowledge and proficiency in specialty area, knowledge of related specialties, and general knowledge of other related disciplines
• Candidates from utility, power generation, manufacturing, or heavy industrial environments preferred; at least 2 3 years of relevant industry experience preferred, though strong entry-level candidates or recent graduates with the right attitude and aptitude may also be considered

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• This is a plant-based, 100% onsite role supporting active power generation facilities; limited flexibility may be permitted occasionally for personal situations
• Candidates must be comfortable working in industrial plant environments, including areas that may have odors associated with waste-to-energy operations (three refuse-derived fuel plants that burn garbage; one biomass plant that burns wood chips)
• Responsibilities include supporting medium- and high-voltage electrical systems, equipment troubleshooting, and plant reliability initiatives while adhering to plant safety standards and procedures
• The environment is highly collaborative and team oriented; candidates should be comfortable engaging with others, asking questions, collaborating across functions, and fitting into a less corporate, family-like culture
• Candidates comfortable engaging with a team of approximately 30 35 plant employees, including one Mechanical Engineer, Maintenance Manager, Operations Manager, Plant Manager, Plant Planner, and approximately 30 maintenance and operations employees
• Non-local candidates willing to relocate at their own expense will be considered; candidates with regional ties are preferred; per diem or daily expense allowance may be available for strong non-local candidates
• Approximately 3 weeks required to complete required training, compliance requirements, and gain system access; approximately 8 weeks to fully understand and become proficient with client-specific processes, forecasting, reporting, project controls, and operational procedures

Important Notes

• Interview process: Initial virtual interview (Teams) followed by an in-person site visit/interview for strong candidates; 1 2 additional interviewers will participate
• The goal is to have candidates identified, interviewed, and selected before Thanksgiving 2026; preferred start dates in December 2026; engineers should onboard before major plant outages begin in January
• Five-year forecast of electrical projects is planned at these sites; conversion to a permanent role is possible, and an ABET-accredited engineering degree would support future conversion opportunities

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

About the Client

This major U.S. electric and natural gas utility serves more than 3.7 million electric customers and 2.1 million natural gas customers across eight states Minnesota, Colorado, Wisconsin, Michigan, North Dakota, South Dakota, New Mexico, and Texas. As one of the nation's leading energy providers, this organization plays a central role in delivering reliable, affordable energy to homes, businesses, and communities across the Midwest and Southwest United States.

The company is actively investing in the clean energy transition, expanding renewable generation and grid modernization across its service territory. For professionals in engineering, operations, information technology, finance, and environmental science, the work here directly supports infrastructure that millions of people and businesses depend on every day a level of impact that is rare and meaningful.

Internally, the organization has built a culture around inclusion and respect. It has been recognized by the Human Rights Campaign as a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality, earning a perfect Corporate Equality Index score for multiple consecutive years a recognition that reflects genuine organizational commitment, not just policy. Approximately one in ten employees are veterans, with 50 veterans holding senior leadership positions, underscoring the organization's commitment to hiring and developing people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.

Teams here span electrical and civil engineers, grid operations specialists, environmental scientists, IT and cybersecurity professionals, and finance and regulatory analysts.

For professionals seeking stable, long-term careers in the energy sector particularly those interested in the intersection of traditional utility operations and the modern clean energy buildout this organization offers a strong platform, meaningful work, and the stability that comes with operating essential infrastructure for millions of customers.

About GTT

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-16311 Industry: Engineering

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