Engineer - Expert (Transmission Planning)

DTE Energy; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

DTE Energy seeks an expert level engineer to plan and develop engineering projects with unique challenges impacting major company programs. You will apply broad engineering knowledge, evaluate progress, and present results to senior management.

You will guide new policies, build relationships with customers and regulators, oversee test procedures, and manage all project phases. The role requires mentoring junior engineers and contributing to industry leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Master's Degree in Engineering preferred.
• Experience in transmission planning and operations.
• Understanding ISO/RTO markets and regulatory standards (NERC, FERC).
• Proficiency in modeling software (PROMOD, PSCAD, PowerWorld, PSS/E).
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex engineering assignments that are unclearly defined; guides policy development.
• Builds relationships with internal/external customers, vendors, and regulatory bodies to achieve objectives.
• Oversees test procedures and the application of new technologies; manages project phases.
• Leads cross functional teams; mentors and develops junior engineers.
• Publishes papers and participates in industry groups; integrates best practices into company standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree in Engineering (preferred)

Tools

PROMOD

PSCAD

PowerWorld

PSS/E

Job description

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century.And as Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we're creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we're more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job.At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE.Together, we can achieve great things.

Testing Required:Not Applicable

Hybrid Role:Must be able to come on-site periodically and reside a commutable distance from the assigned work location.

Emergency Response:Yes - Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE's emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.

Job Summary

• Expert level engineer responsible for planning and developing engineering projects with unique or challenging problems which may impact major company programs. Applies thorough and diversified knowledge of engineering or scientific principles and practices; makes decisions independently and represents the organization in the resolution of important issues. Evaluates progress and results obtained, makes recommendations to senior management.

Key Accountabilities

• Performs complex engineering assignments that are unclearly defined. Guides the development of new policies and ideas.
• Builds relationships with internal and/or external customers, vendors, regulatory bodies, etc., to achieve organizational and Company objectives.
• Establishes and reviews test procedures; supports the application of new technologies, materials and equipment.
• Oversees the implementation and manages all phases of significant projects.
• Identifies and implements high level, long term strategic and tactical plans to ensure Company objectives are met.
• Communicates and makes recommendations to senior management regarding complex technical issues.
• Serves as an expert resource for less experienced engineers. Mentors, trains or develops more junior engineers and technicians.
• Participates in publishing papers and/or leadership in relevant industry groups.
• Integrates relevant industry best practices into company standards.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 10 years of job relevant experience

Other Qualifications

Preferred

• Master's Degree in Engineering or job relevant discipline
• Experience in transmission planning and operations
• Modeling Software Proficiency in PROMOD, PSCAD, PowerWorld, and PSS/E
• Understanding Power Systems Analysis within load flow studies, stability analysis, and contingency analysis
• Understanding ISO/RTO markets and regulatory standards (e.g. NERC, FERC)

Other Requirements

• Proficiency in computer applications relevant for field
• Advanced analytical and problem solving skills
• Excellent planning and continuous improvement skills
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to lead cross functional teams
• Ability to train and mentor others
• Expert knowledge of DTE Energy's core businesses

Additional Information

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

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At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.