Electrical Engineer

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.

Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to the Adrian Service Center located in Adrian, MI. 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

The Electrical Engineer is responsible for the engineering and design efforts that support the sustainable operation of the electric distribution system. This role involves collaboration across internal teams and external stakeholders, and includes the development and execution of technical projects as needed.

This position is part of the Low Voltage Distribution (LVD) Planning group, which oversees planning responsibilities for electric distribution facilities. The role includes both office and field work, focusing on the performance of electric distribution circuits. Key responsibilities include electric system planning, project management, reliability initiatives, customer issue resolution, and storm restoration support.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

- Collaborate with customers, colleagues, and stakeholders to discuss current or potential engineering projects and products

- Perform a variety of engineering tasks using computer-aided design (CAD) and engineering software and equipment

- Ensure installations and operations meet standards and customer requirements by preparing electrical system specifications, technical drawings, and topographical maps

- Oversee and coordinate installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, and testing activities to ensure compliance with specifications, codes, and customer requirements

- Compile data and write reports on existing and potential electrical engineering projects and studies

- Prepare specifications for the procurement of electrical equipment and materials; estimate material, labor, and construction costs for budgeting purposes

- Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products

- Develop, maintain, and improve electrical instruments, facilities, components, equipment, and systems for industrial, commercial, or residential use

- Establish standards and specifications for construction, manufacturing, or installation through detailed calculations

- Perform other duties as assigned or required

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail

- Working knowledge of electric utility operations, including generation, transmission, and distribution of three-phase alternating current power

- Familiarity with applicable codes and standards related to electrical engineering

- Proficiency in design and calculation software

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

- Understanding of electric utility distribution planning, construction, operation, and maintenance practices

- Knowledge of distribution planning principles is a plus

Education/Experience

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with two (2) or more years of electrical engineering experience

- [OR] Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with two (2) or more years of electrical engineering 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, capABLE, Interfaith 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.

Nearest Major Market: Adrian

Nearest Secondary Market: Ann Arbor

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