Co-Op Engineer - Power Generation Engineering
About The Position
WPS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Power Generation Engineering Co-Op in our Wausau, Wisconsin location. This role has a start date of May 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: • Apply classroom learning• Combine engineering science with communications and team-building skills• Receive hands-on experience 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. Co-op Additional Details • This co-op term is for approximately 8 months (January-August or June-January).• This co-op is part of a five person engineering team at the plant. The Weston Power Plant is located in central Wisconsin near the city of Wausau.
Requirements
- High School Diploma, GED, or HSED
- Current pursuit of a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering.
- Minimum GPA of 2.8
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to learn quickly
- Good decision making
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative and complete projects
- Computer skills (Microsoft Office applications)
Responsibilities
- Apply classroom learning
- Combine engineering science with communications and team-building skills
- Receive hands-on experience
- Assist in evaluating equipment and system performance
- Maintaining reliability, safety and regulatory compliance
Benefits
- paid company holidays
- competitive pay
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Intern
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
