Project Specialist 1
Wec Energy Group
WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Project Specialist 1 in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. This position offers flexibility for a hybrid work arrangement (remote/on-site) with time spent in the Milwaukee office.
This is a job family (Project Specialist 1, Project Specialist 2, Project Specialist 3, Senior Project Specialist) where experience is the determining factor.
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
Seeking an analytical individual with strong communication and organizational skills to primarily support federal regulatory compliance efforts, including proceedings before the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission. Individuals in this role will work on a variety of federal regulatory issues including support of regulatory filings, market power-related concepts, cost of service ratemaking, and RTO/ISO processes. The Project Specialist will also support state regulatory matters, as necessary.
Job Responsibilities
• Supporting business activities intended to ensure compliance with FERC requirements
• Monitoring and reporting on FERC related developments
• Preparing and submitting basic documents to FERC
• Coordinating updates to training presentations
• Supporting preparation and submission of regulatory applications and pleading to FERC
• Support state regulatory initiatives/projects, as necessary, including the development of technical cost allocation models and the collection of data from various corporate users in support thereof
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree required in Business/Economics/Mathematics/Engineering or related field. In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, a 2 year degree in Legal related area plus 2 years of related experience will be considered
- Minimum of one year of professional experience in utility operations or related field preferred
- Must be able to demonstrate the ability to function as a team player, handle multiple assignment in a fast-paced environment, have strong initiative and have solid interpersonal, organizational, and communications skills
- Proven ability to forge relationships internal and external to the organization
- Proficiency in Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Adobe Pro (or similar PDF creation software), SharePoint (or similar file management software)
- Excellent written, oral and presentation skills
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy are essential
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment as well as individually
Preferred Qualifications
- Paralegal experience preferred
- Possess an understanding of finance and accounting principles is preferred
- Experience working in financial modeling tools (Utilities International, SAS or equivalent)
- Functional ability in internet usage and accessing and using computer information systems with large amounts of data, including data analytics and modeling software package
End Date: 11/11/2025
Pay Range Minimum: $66,898.00
Pay Range Maximum: $152,615.06
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.
We reserve the right to modify the application deadline or discontinue accepting applications for any position if deemed necessary.
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WEC Energy Group will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1 with OPT or CPT, H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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.