Sr Electrical Engineer

Consumers Energy - Norton Shores, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Norton Shores, MI

5,001-10,000 employees

Utilities

About the position

The Senior Electrical Engineer at Consumers Energy is responsible for engineering and design to support the sustainable operation of the distribution, generation, and storage systems. This role involves leading complex technical projects, collaborating with various teams and external stakeholders, and may include managing the work of lower-level engineers and technicians. The position requires on-call availability for emergency response during storm events.

Responsibilities

• Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products, serving as the primary point of contact with clients for all electrical engineering project matters.
• Manage the development and implementation of electrical systems.
• Design, maintain, implement, or improve electrical instruments, facilities, components, equipment products, or systems for industrial, commercial, or domestic purposes.
• Perform a wide range of engineering tasks using computer-assisted design or engineering software and equipment.
• Collaborate with customers and coworkers to discuss existing or potential engineering products or projects, monitor project progress and budget, and prepare reports for upper management.
• Ensure that installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements by preparing electrical systems specifications, technical drawings, or topographical maps and investigate and resolve project issues in a timely manner.
• Establish construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications by performing detailed calculations.
• Ensure compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by directing or coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities.
• Write reports and compile data regarding existing and potential electrical engineering projects and studies, providing technical support to other departments and personnel as needed.
• Prepare specifications for purchases of electrical equipment and materials and estimate material, labor, or construction costs for budget preparation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with four (4) or more years of applicable engineering experience.
• OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with four (4) or more years of applicable engineering experience.
• Knowledge of applicable codes related to electronic engineering.
• Proficient in design and calculation software.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of the theory and practice of electric utility distribution planning, construction, operation, and maintenance.
• Working knowledge of electric utility operation (i.e., generation, transmission, and distribution of three phase alternating current power).

Nice-to-haves

• Knowledge of distribution planning principles is an asset.

Benefits

• 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