Senior Gas Compression & SCADA Technician

Consumers Energy; Ira Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

401k with match

Parental leave

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Education assistance

Job summary

Consumers Energy in Michigan is seeking a Senior Compression Technician to provide high-level support for natural gas compression, transmission, distribution, storage, and commercial & Industrial systems. You will serve as SME for SCADA-integrated controls and instrumentation, following safety standards and PHMSA guidelines.

The role requires strong knowledge of RTU networks, electrical codes, and PLC/DCS programming, with duties including troubleshooting, testing, documentation, and

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent technical experience with relevant PLC/DCS work.
• Experience in gas compression, metering, regulation and safety standards.
• Knowledge of electrical code, RTU networks and instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Support project teams with knowledge transfer and succession planning.
• Analyze, diagnose, design tests, and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Consult with vendors/contractors for expert guidance on installation and maintenance.
• Operate and analyze gas processes, control systems, and end devices across sites.
• Maintain electronic equipment, diagnostic instruments, and software.
• Plan and document MGSS work orders and perform SOX inspections.
• Lead verification and provide technical assistance on construction projects.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Gas Compression

Metering & Regulation

Distribution

Transmission

Storage Fields

RTU & network communications

Electrical code & standards

PLC/DCS ladder logic programming

HMI graphics programming

SAP & MS Office

Education

Associate Degree in a scientific/technical field

High School Diploma with PLC/DCS experience

Tools

PLC/DCS programming software

HMI graphics tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

Consumers Energy in Michigan is seeking a Senior Compression Technician to provide high-level support for natural gas compression, transmission, distribution, storage, and commercial & Industrial systems. You will serve as SME for SCADA-integrated controls and instrumentation, following safety standards and PHMSA guidelines.

The role requires strong knowledge of RTU networks, electrical codes, and PLC/DCS programming, with duties including troubleshooting, testing, documentation, and