What You Can Expect

At ENGIE, we power the transition to a sustainable future — starting with the critical infrastructure that keeps campuses running every day.

As an Electrical & Instrumentation Technician II supporting the University of Iowa campus, you’ll work across a campus-wide utility system, supporting steam, chilled water, and power operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to build hands-on expertise across meters, controls, PLCs, and distribution systems — all in one environment.

No two days look the same. You’ll troubleshoot complex systems, support critical infrastructure, and expand your technical skillset in a team that puts safety first.

What You’ll Do

• Maintain and install electrical, instrumentation, and control systems across campus utility plants and distribution networks
• Support and troubleshoot steam metering systems and controls infrastructure
• Work with PLCs — including troubleshooting, configuration, and implementation (hardware, software, and firmware)
• Read and interpret schematics, diagrams, and utility system drawings
• Support industrial networking and metering communications systems, including switch configuration
• Perform a mix of planned upgrades, system improvements, and real-time troubleshooting
• Identify root causes of system issues and recommend improvements
• Participate in an on-call rotation (1-hour onsite response required)

What You’ll Bring

• This role requires a minimum educational level of a High School Diploma or GED, plus four (4) years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of technical training and education (military, associate degree, or certification in electrical or electronics) 
• Experience working with utility systems in industrial or power plant environments, including hands-on exposure to industrial networking (e.g., MS Server and switch configuration)
• Hands-on experience troubleshooting and repairing electrical instrumentation, and control systems using diagnostic tools (e.g., multimeters)
• Experience with PLCs and control systems, including basic programming, instrumentation calibration, and system installation/configuration
• Familiarity with industrial networking environments (e.g., MS Server, Ethernet networks, switches) within an operational or plant setting
• Working knowledge of electrical codes, safety standards, and manufacturer guidelines, along with strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills

Additional Details

• You must possess a valid U.S. driver’s license/clean driving record to drive company vehicles while on campus
• You must be willing and able to comply with all ENGIE ethics and safety policies 
• This role requires daily attendance at worksite 
• Must be physically capable to hear and understand audible alarms, detect changes in noise levels of equipment and portable radio communication
• Capable of frequently standing; walking; balancing; sitting; climbing (ladders, stairs, ramps, catwalks and the like as required); kneeling; pushing; pulling; lifting (min. 50 lbs)
• Capable of performing repetitive motions as required
• Required to have eyesight corrected at 20/40 to accurately read and interpret such as but not limited to instruments, gauges, and manuals
• Must be physically capable of wearing protective equipment (PPE) including but not limited to half and full-face respirators, fall protection equipment, hardhat, safety shoes, safety glasses
• The position consists of 85% work indoors and 15% work outdoors; outdoor work may expose the employee to weather conditions 

Compensation

Hourly Range:  $33.41 - $51.20 USD hourly

This represents the average expected pay range for a qualified candidate.

ENGIE complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws. Actual salary offered may vary depending on geography, experience, education, internal pay alignment, or other bona fide factors. 

In addition to base pay, this position is eligible for a competitive bonus / incentive plan.

Your Talent Acquisition Partner can share more specific information regarding the benefits or the salary for the position based on the work location.

At ENGIE, we take your well-being seriously. Our comprehensive benefits package includes options for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance, ESPP, generous paid time off including wellness days, holidays and leave programs. We also help you plan for retirement by offering a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with a company match.  But that's not all – we're dedicated to the health and happiness of your entire family, offering supplemental benefits for full time employees that enhance emotional and physical well-being through all stages of life from family forming to caregiver benefits. Explore our benefits package to see how we can support you. Learn more.

Why ENGIE?

ENGIE North America isn’t just participating in the Zero-Carbon Transition, we’re leading it!  Join us as we develop energy that is renewable, efficient, and accessible to everyone.  

At ENGIE, every talent has a role to play in the adventure of the century. Make a difference and enjoy a fulfilling professional experience. Take on exciting challenges and build a career path that reflects who you are.

Join us and be part of the adventure!

In 2020 The University of Iowa (UI) entered a 50-year, trailblazing partnership with the University of Iowa Energy Collaborative (UIEC), a joint venture between ENGIE, Meridiam, and Hannon Armstrong, to operate, maintain and enhance the university’s Utility System.  As the founding member of this joint venture, ENGIE designs, builds, operates, and maintains the energy infrastructure delivering safe, reliable, cost-effective, and sustainable energy solutions in producing and distributing steam, electricity, chilled water, and domestic water to the main campus in Iowa City, Iowa and a nearby satellite campus. 

ENGIE is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, and we are firmly committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees.  We are committed to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.

If you need assistance with this application or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at ENGIENA-ENGIEHR@engie.com. This email address is reserved for individuals with disabilities in need of assistance and is not a means of inquiry regarding positions or application status.

We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at any time.

The safety of our employees is our number one priority. All employees at ENGIE have both a duty and the authority to STOP WORK if unsafe acts are observed.

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