Electrical Engineer

Consumers Energy is Michigan's largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and may be assigned to any Consumers Energy Service Center located throughout Michigan's lower Peninsula. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

General Summary of Job Responsibilities The Electric Engineer is responsible for engineering and design to support the sustainable operation of our distribution system. The incumbent works with teams across the organization and external stakeholders, and develops technical projects as required.

This position will be required to hold a storm role, which will require on-call for emergency response.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

This position will be responsible for deploying new technology onto the electric grid by leading and supporting multiple projects focused on increasing automation and improving reliability

Collaborate with customers, coworkers, and others to discuss existing or potential engineering products or projects

Perform a wide range of engineering tasks by operating computer-assisted design or engineering software and equipment

Ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements by preparing electrical systems specifications, technical drawings, or topographical maps

Ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by directing or coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities

Write reports and compile data regarding existing and potential electrical engineering projects and studies

Prepare specifications for purchases of electrical equipment and materials and estimating material, labor, or construction costs for budget preparation

Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products

Design, maintain, implement, or improve electrical instruments, facilities, components, equipment products, or systems for industrial, commercial, or domestic purposes

Establish construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations

Other duties as assigned or may be necessary

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Written and verbal communication skills

Organizational skills and attention to detail

Working knowledge of electric utility operation (i.e. generation, transmission and distribution of three phase alternating current power)

Knowledge of applicable codes related to electronic engineering

Proficient in design and calculation software

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Knowledge of the theory and practice of electric utility distribution planning, construction, operation, and maintenance

Knowledge of distribution planning principles is an asset

Education/Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with two (2) or more years of electrical engineering experience

[OR] Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with two (2) or more years of electrical engineering experience

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

Competitive compensation packages

Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Up to 13 paid Holidays

Paid time off

Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capABLE, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.