Assoc Electrical Engineer

CMS Energy, Corp.; Jackson (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

13 paid holidays

Paid time off

Educational assistance program

Job summary

Consumers Energy is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer to support distribution system design and operation. You will collaborate with teams, manage interconnection programs, and assist with generation projects up to 550 kW while interfacing with stakeholders and regulatory bodies.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Engineering (ABET-accredited preferred) with 0–2 years of knowledge in electrical principles; hybrid work with on-site days in Jackson, MI, relocation assistance available for

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required or equivalent
• 0–2 years of electrical engineering knowledge
• Proficiency with design software and data analysis tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Understanding of LEAN principles and distribution utilities would help

Responsibilities

• Assist in design, control, and implementation of electrical systems and products
• Develop and refine electrical specifications, drawings, and topographic maps
• Perform engineering calculations and use CAD/engineering software
• Prepare reports and data summaries for senior engineers
• Ensure compliance with standards and customer requirements in projects
• Support interconnection programs and regulatory workflow activities

Skills

Electrical engineering

Design software

Data analysis

Communication skills

LEAN principles

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

Tools

PowerClerk

PowerApps

SAP

Excel

Power BI

Job description

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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.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to Parnall located in Jackson, MI. 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 Associate Electrical Engineer is responsible for supporting the engineering and design of the sustainable operation of Consumers Energy distribution system. The incumbent works with teams across the organization and external stakeholders, and works segments of technical projects as required and directed. The Interconnection Agreements and Programs team is responsible for successfully integrating third party interconnections with our distribution system and managing our third-party generation programs. This role is responsible for day-to-day support of the Company’s Distributed Generation Program, Simple Renewable Program, and application processes for generators 550 kW and below, regularly interfacing with internal stakeholders, external customers, and Michigan Public Service Commission (MPSC) Staff.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the design, control, and implement electrical systems and products.
• Designing, maintaining, implementing, or improving electrical instruments, facilities, components, equipment products, or systems for industrial, commercial, or domestic purposes.
• Performing a wide range of engineering tasks by operating computer-assisted design or engineering software and equipment.
• Writing reports and compiling data regarding existing and potential electrical engineering projects and studies for senior engineer review.
• Supports efforts to ensure the installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements by preparing electrical systems specifications, technical drawings, or topographical maps.
• Ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by taking direction from senior engineers on coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities.
• Preparing specifications for purchases of electrical equipment and materials and estimating material, labor, or construction costs for budget preparation.
• Collaborate with senior level engineers on the gathering of data and feedback from customers, coworkers, and others to discuss existing or potential engineering products or projects.
• Adheres to construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations.
• Other duties as assigned or may be necessary

Additional Responsibilities

• Utilize and enhance the Company’s application workflow management tool, PowerClerk, to support renewable program activities for generator interconnection applications
• Support development of testimony, discovery requests, data analysis and reporting, and other regulatory requests
• Maintain compliance with MPSC rules governing interconnection (deadlines, procedural requirements, etc.)
• Participate in internal cross functional teams to meet regulatory requirements
• Support periodic and ad hoc reporting to regulatory agencies (e.g., MPSC, EIA)

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Knowledge of applicable codes related to electronic engineering
• Proficient in design and calculation software
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detail
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of electric utility distribution planning, construction, operation, and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of electric utility operation (i.e. generation, transmission and distribution of three phase alternating current power).
• Knowledge of distribution planning principles is an asset.

Additional Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Workflow design (PowerClerk, PowerApps)
• Proficient in data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI)
• Familiarity with SAP
• Comfortable communicating with customers
• Knowledge of LEAN principles and/or the CE Way 4 basic plays

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited university with0 - 2 years of knowledge of electrical engineering principles.
  • [OR] Bachelor's Degree in Engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited university plus Professional Engineering licensewith0 - 2 years of knowledge of electrical engineering principles.

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 (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, 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.

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