Associate Engineer

Ameren

Associate Engineer performing project engineering and circuit analysis at Ameren Illinois. Managing electric distribution facilities with an emphasis on safety and reliability.

Posted 7/29/2026full-timeMaryville • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $71,100 - $137,200 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in electrical engineering, project management, and system planning for electric distribution facilities, with a focus on safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction. Proficient in performing engineering analysis and providing technical support for renewable energy integration and power quality troubleshooting.

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Electrical EngineeringProject ManagementPower Quality AnalysisE.I.T. CertificationRenewable Energy Integration

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Hard Skills

Circuit AnalysisLoad AnalysisCost EstimationEngineering DesignRemediation Planning

Soft Skills

Problem-SolvingDecision-MakingCommunicationAttention to DetailTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

DOJMMV90EADMSCSSSYNERGI

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science Degree in EngineeringE.I.T. CertificationP.E. Registration

Industry Keywords

Electric Distribution FacilitiesRenewable Energy ResourcesNEC CodeNESC CodeSafety and Reliability

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Perform system planning and circuit analysis of distribution circuits 15kv and below and develop remediation plans as needed
Perform project engineering and project management duties to complete plans, designs, cost estimates, and construction of electric distribution facilities 69kv and below with emphasis on safety, reliability, cost effectiveness, and customer satisfaction
Plan, design, cost estimate, budget and manage projects related to new business, reliability, government highway or local road projects, system growth, and essential maintenance for the electric system
Facilitate the installation of Renewable Energy Resources projects from 25kw to 5MW on the distribution system
Perform engineering analysis to allow seamless integration into the electric system and achieve a sustainable energy future
Provide engineering assistance and technical support to field engineering representatives and other Region personnel
Perform power quality/trouble shooting analysis for customers' facilities
Meet with residential and commercial customers, architects, contractors, and other appropriate contacts to determine actions needed to fulfill customers' requests
Provide customers with information regarding rates, lighting, wiring, NEC, and NESC code interpretations, and other service requirements and needs
Perform engineering and design of electric or modifications in response to customer service requests
Prepare load analysis for electric distribution substations and feeders and develop remediation plans for facilities that warrant corrective action
Perform work within various company computer systems, such as DOJM, MV90, EADMS, CSS, SYNERGI, Load Analysis, OAS and Byers
Work with region team members to enhance safety, reliability, cost effectiveness, and customer satisfaction
Contribute to the development and implementation of department and region goals
Identify and implement improvements in processes and operations to control costs and improve productivity
Emergency call-out for storm restoration

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor of Science Degree in Engineering (Electrical preferred or other engineering disciplines acceptable depending upon qualifications) from an accredited college or university required
Completion of power-related courses in college is preferred
E.I.T. (Engineer-in-Training) certification or P.E. (Professional Engineer) registration preferred
Electrical engineering and project management experience preferred but will consider recent graduates
Must be self-starter with attention to detail and possess problem-solving, decision-making, communication, and human relation skills
Must have good analytical skills, and advanced computer skills
Must be adaptable and flexible, ability to work effectively as part of a team and also independently.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage on date of hire
100% employer paid cash balance pension plan
401(k) with company match fully vested on date of hire
Minimum of 15 days paid vacation and 12 paid holidays
Paid parental leave and family caregiver leave