Assoc Electrical Engineer

Consumers Energy; Michigan; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Consumers Energy, Michigan’s largest energy provider, is seeking an Associate Electrical Engineer to support the design and sustainability of its distribution system. This hybrid role requires technical expertise and collaboration across teams to ensure effective project execution and compliance with industry standards.

Benefits

Competitive compensation packages

Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Up to 13 paid Holidays

Educational Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with relevant experience is required.
• Knowledge of electric utility distribution planning principles is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the design and implementation of electrical systems.
• Perform engineering tasks using design software and equipment.
• Prepare specifications for electrical equipment purchases.

Skills

Knowledge of applicable codes related to electronic engineering

Proficient in design and calculation software

Written and verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program

Professional Engineering license (if from non-ABET accredited program)

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.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to either the Clare Service Center located in Clare, Michigan or the West Branch Service Center located in West Branch, Michigan. 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.

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
  
  

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
  
  

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with relevant experience
• [OR] Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with relevant 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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Engineering and Information Technology

• Industries

  Utilities

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