Principal Renewables Engineer - Hybrid

Consumers Energy; Jackson (MI); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, Dental and Vision

401k with company match

Paid parental leave

Up to 13 paid Holidays

Paid time off

Educational Assistance Program

Job summary

Consumers Energy is seeking a Principal Renewables Engineer to lead the design, construction, and ongoing maintenance of solar, wind, and hydroelectric projects. This role will supervise lower-level engineers and technicians, perform feasibility studies, cost estimates, and oversee construction of new plants while improving plant efficiency.

The ideal candidate will manage renewable energy systems, assess sites, write grant proposals, and ensure compliance with NEC and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program or equivalent with PE and 7+ years in renewable engineering
• Alternative pathway: Associate's degree in engineering from ABET-accredited program or equivalent with PE and 9+ years in renewable engineering
• Battery energy storage system expertise preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct environmental assessments and ensure compliance with regulations
• Evaluate wind farm site potential considering wind, terrain, vegetation, and transmission proximity
• Guide teams of engineers and other professionals on renewable projects
• Monitor renewable systems performance and implement efficiency improvements
• Design plans and specifications for renewable systems and write grant proposals
• Prepare technical feasibility reports
• Oversee construction and integration of solar, wind, and hydro projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

AutoCAD

Mathcad

MS Office

Design software

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Energy storage systems

NEC knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering license

Experience in renewables (7+ years)

Associate's degree in Engineering

Professional Engineering license with 9+ years

Tools

Design and calculation software

Job description

Consumers Energy is seeking a Principal Renewables Engineer to lead the design, construction, and ongoing maintenance of solar, wind, and hydroelectric projects. This role will supervise lower-level engineers and technicians, perform feasibility studies, cost estimates, and oversee construction of new plants while improving plant efficiency.

The ideal candidate will manage renewable energy systems, assess sites, write grant proposals, and ensure compliance with NEC and safety standards.