Sr Mechanical Engineer

Consumers Energy; Jackson (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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 in Michigan seeks a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join our engineering team. You will design, test, and implement mechanical systems for industrial and consumer applications, collaborating with a multidisciplinary group to meet safety standards.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, PE license with 4 years of relevant experience, strong CAD skills, and GD&T knowledge. We offer hybrid work, relocation support, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from ABET accredited program.
• Professional Engineer license with 4 years of relevant experience.
• Experience in mechanical design, testing and production support.

Responsibilities

• Design, control, and implement mechanical systems and products and serve as the primary point of contact with clients for all mechanical engineering project matters.
• Design, maintain, implement, or improve mechanical instruments, facilities, components, equipment, products, or systems.
• Perform a wide range of engineering tasks using CAD and other engineering software.
• Ensure installation and operations meet standards and customer requirements; prepare specifications and drawings.
• Establish standards by performing detailed calculations and budgeting for projects.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mechanical skills

CAD proficiency

Written communication

Verbal communication

MS Office

GD&T knowledge

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree with PE license

Tools

CAD software

Job description

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.

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and may be assigned to any Consumers Energy Service Center located throughout Michigan's lower Peninsula. 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

Senior Mechanical Engineer assist in the development, design and testing of new products or systems. They work with a team of other engineers, scientist and technicians on moderately complex projects to ensure that their projects meet all relevant safety standards and specifications. They test mechanical and electromechanical products and systems and are responsible for the mechanical testing and maintenance of products in production, as well as testing prototypes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Design, control, and implement mechanical systems and products and serve as the primary point of contact with clients for all mechanical engineering project matters. Manage the development and implementation of mechanical systems
• Designing, maintaining, implementing, or improving mechanical 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
• Ensuring that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements by preparing mechanical systemsspecifications, technical drawings, or topographical maps and Investigate and resolve project issues in a timely manner
• Establishing construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations
• Writing reports and compiling data regarding existing and potential mechanical engineering projects and studies and Provide technical support to other departments and personnel as needed
• Preparing specifications for purchases of mechanical equipment and materials and estimating material, labor, or construction costs for budget preparation
• Collaborate with customers, coworkers, and others to discuss existing or potential mechanical engineering products or projects and monitor project progress and budget, and prepare reports for upper management
• Ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by directing or coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities
• Other duties as assigned or may be necessary

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Mechanical and technical skills
• Proficient with computer-assisted design (CAD) software
• Written and verbal communication skills
• Organizational skills and attention to detailStrong understanding of GD&T principles
• Proficient in MS Office, with aptitude for learning new software

Education/Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program OR Engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with 4 years of 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 (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, 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.