Engineering Rep Step 1 (Field Engineering)

About Ameren Illinois

Job Description Summary

The Engineering Rep in the DDC Field Engineering Department is primarily responsible for collecting field data to support engineering design for customer and system improvement projects on utility electric distribution lines and/or gas mains.

About The Position
The Engineering Rep is a field engineering position with approximately 75% of the time spent in the field. There is daily travel to field locations and occasional overnight travel depending on project location and schedule. The Engineering Rep is responsible for collecting field data and is the primary connection between customers, field conditions and the central design centers.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide field engineering services on customer requests and projects generated internally, such as reliability, planning and replacement.
• Perform on‑site field visits to evaluate electric distribution and gas system project locations, capturing accurate measurements, sketches, photos, and site observations.
• Document existing conditions, customer requirements, and field constraints, producing clear and complete field notes for use by centralized design teams.
• Obtain all required customer approvals, easements, and rights-of-way to prepare and execute service contracts, permits, releases, plats, and records.
• Serve as the primary point of contact between customers and internal engineering/design centers, while interpreting field conditions and ensuring project requirements are fully understood.
• Support customer‑requested service projects by validating scope, identifying potential constructability issues, and confirming field feasibility.
• Coordinate with operating centers, construction resources, and engineering personnel to support timely project execution.
• Maintain consistent communication with customers and internal stakeholders to support customer satisfaction and project clarity.
• Enter, update, and track project information using company systems to ensure accurate records and job progression.
• Adhere to company safety standards, policies, and procedures while working independently in field environments.
• Provide excellent customer service to contribute to the customer satisfaction goals of Ameren Illinois.
• Assist team members and operating centers as needed to support overall workload and business priorities.

• Must successfully complete the Engineering Representative Training Program.  The trainee will be required to pass testing after completion of each of the 6 classroom modules. 

Position Requirements 

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required. 

• Successful completion of High School algebra or above with a grade of "C" or above required. 

• Satisfactory completion of courses with a grade C or better in D.C. and A.C. electricity or the equivalent from an accredited university, college or junior college required. 

• 1 year experience working with electricity may be considered in lieu of D.C. & A.C. course. 

**If selected, applicants will be asked to provide High School and/or College or Junior College transcripts. 

Hourly Pay:

Step 1 - 31.11 USD

Step 1 (b) - 32.11 USD

Step 2 - 33.11 USD

Step 2 (b) - 34.16 USD

Step 3 - 35.21 USD

Step 4 - 37.24 USD

Step 5 - 39.26 USD

Step 6 - 41.36 USD

Step 7 - 44.34 USD

**Please note that the starting hourly pay for this position is at the Step 1 level displayed above and below. Pay progression is outlined above.

Hourly Pay:

Grade Step BB 015 Step 1 of 2 - 31.11 USD

Grade Step BB 015 Step 2 of 2 (Top Step) - 32.11 USD

If end date is listed, the posting will come down at 12:00 am on that date:

Wednesday May 27, 2026

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, military service or status, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other class, trait, or status protected by law.