Senior Underground Engineer: Lead Complex Projects & Teams

DTE Energy; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

DTE Energy is seeking a senior level engineer to plan and conduct intermediate to advanced engineering activities, applying creative techniques and strong scientific principles. Incumbents make decisions on engineering problems and may lead teams and important projects, building relationships with key stakeholders.

The role emphasizes mentoring, process improvement, and effective communication, with potential for cross-functional collaboration across engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with at least 6 years of relevant experience.
• Master's Degree in Engineering preferred.
• Proficiency in computer applications relevant for field.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; planning and continuous improvement.
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills.

Responsibilities

• Applies engineering principles to planning and conducting intermediate to complex activities.
• Leads or participates in teams and develops relationships with key decision makers.
• Develops and directs critical projects or large, complex field engineering assignments.
• Mentors less experienced engineers and supports process improvement efforts.
• Develops presentations of engineering projects to stakeholders.

Skills

Analytical skills

Planning & continuous improvement

Time management & prioritization

Communication & interpersonal

Cross-functional leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Master's Degree in Engineering (preferred)

Job description

DTE Energy is seeking a senior level engineer to plan and conduct intermediate to advanced engineering activities, applying creative techniques and strong scientific principles. Incumbents make decisions on engineering problems and may lead teams and important projects, building relationships with key stakeholders.

The role emphasizes mentoring, process improvement, and effective communication, with potential for cross-functional collaboration across engineering disciplines.