Principal Commissioning Analyst

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 position is onsite at JH Campbell TC (Lakeshore Administrative Building) located in West Olive, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify)

*Other locations may be considered General Summary Of Job Responsibilities

The Principal Commissioning Analyst applies a very intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering/commissioning principles and practices in very broad areas of assignments and related fields; makes complex decisions independently on engineering/commissioning problems and methods; and represents the organization in meetings to resolve highly complex questions. Requires the use of highly advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts and practices of his/her field and related sciences and disciplines.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

- Read and understand highly complex electrical and mechanical prints including wiring diagrams, schematics and P&ID’s and updating them to reflect the “As Built” condition

- Become familiar with plans and specifications, procedures and related material for each project and follow company established standard procedures for file structure and standard drawing procedures for projects

- Responsible for guiding exempt, non-exempt employees and/or technical work groups performing checkout and startup on newly or modified existing equipment and systems

- Oversee the coordination of training for newly installed equipment

- Mentor employees and oversee the work of project teams

- Oversee the testing/commissioning planning, implementation, quality control, scheduling and budgeting, and status reporting on a given construction project or group of projects ensuring standard practices are utilized

- Responsible for precisely defining the scope of the testing and commissioning; preparing the testing and commissioning schedule, updating that schedule as it evolves and communicating progression to management

- Active role in developing schedule with a moderate to large budgetary responsibility or impact (in both size and scope) for all assigned projects identifying and minimizing potential risks to the timeline and budget

- Coordinate equipment going online with plant resources and schedule all vendor supported startup of newly or modified equipment

- Develop highly complex design validation and Project turnover packages for EPM Projects for mechanical and electrical equipment, electronic devices, tools, plants, facilities and systems while applying the principles of motion, energy, force, and materials

- Other non-essential duties as assigned or may be necessary

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

- Application of utility business model

- Skilled in coaching/guiding others to achieve goals

- Strong computer skills and knowledge of various Microsoft applications to assisted with preparing commissioning management documents and to assist in design

- Excellent communication skills that utilize effective oral and written communication skills to provide technical expertise

- Ability to independently evaluate, select & apply engineering/commissioning theory to solve complex problems

- Knowledge in utility operations and application of utility trends

- Ability to work well in a team environment

- Strong understanding of electrical equipment and industrial instrumentation and controls

- Knowledge of testing standards (IEEE, NETA, etc.), methods and the application thereof

- Skilled in issue resolution

Education & Experience

- Bachelor's Degree in a scientific or technical field with 7 years of experience in the following areas: Reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, Piping and Instrument Diagrams, etc.; Performing or managing instrument and mechanical component level testing, Performing or managing electrical component level testing on cables (LV,MV, HV), transformers, motors, pumps, valves, dampers, switchgear, MCC, system protection devices such as voltage transformers, current transformers, electromechanical, digital, and solid state relays, etc.; experience programming, and/or testing I&C systems such as DCS, PLC, and/or SCADA systems; Performing or managing proof testing or system acceptance testing, experience developing and managing budgets, schedules, preparation of Commissioning plans, test plans or packages, and test program

- [OR] Associate's in a scientific or technical field with 9 years of experience in the following areas: Reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, Piping and Instrument Diagrams, etc.; Performing or managing instrument and mechanical component level testing, Performing or managing electrical component level testing on cables (LV,MV, HV), transformers, motors, pumps, valves, dampers, switchgear, MCC, system protection devices such as voltage transformers, current transformers, electromechanical, digital, and solid state relays, etc.; experience programming, and/or testing I&C systems such as DCS, PLC, and/or SCADA systems; Performing or managing proof testing or system acceptance testing, experience developing and managing budgets, schedules, preparation of Commissioning plans, test plans or packages, and test program

- [OR] High School Diploma with 11 years of experience in the following areas: Reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, loop diagrams, Piping and Instrument Diagrams, etc.; Performing or managing instrument and mechanical component level testing, Performing or managing electrical component level testing on cables (LV,MV, HV), transformers, motors, pumps, valves, dampers, switchgear, MCC, system protection devices such as voltage transformers, current transformers, electromechanical, digital, and solid state relays, etc.; experience programming, and/or testing I&C systems such as DCS, PLC, and/or SCADA systems; Performing or managing proof testing or system acceptance testing, experience developing and managing budgets, schedules, preparation of Commissioning plans, test plans or packages, and test program

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.