Prin Electrical Engineer (HVD Lines Design)

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 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).

The HVD Lines Design Team is responsible for the design of all of Consumers Energy's 46kV and 138kV electric high voltage distribution line assets. This position reports to the Northern Region High Voltage Distribution Lines Design Engineering Manager.

The HVD Lines Design Principal Electrical Engineer is responsible for overseeing and performing the design of complex and time sensitive projects for a region that covers the northern section of Consumers Energy's High Voltage Distribution electric service territory. This position is responsible for working with and reviewing the work of internal technicians and outside consultants who are designing capital HVD projects for reliability and capacity needs as well as supporting the creation of documents needed to construct the HVD Lines designed projects. This position provides analysis of equipment and material applications for the design and construction of HVD lines. The Principal Electrical Engineer will review the most recent changes to the National Electric Safety Code and incorporate these changes and other best engineering practices into Consumers Energy HVD line designs. This position is also responsible for communicating with external stakeholders and clients concerning topics related to HVD Lines which includes responding to notifications and requests from county and state road commissions, private individuals and corporations, and other utility representatives.

The Principal Electric Engineer is a departmental subject matter expert of electrical engineer. This role is responsible for engineering and design of large complex project for the sustainable operation of our distribution, generation, and storage system. This role collaborates with a team of engineers and technicians and coordinates across the organization and external stakeholders, on large complex technical projects within their subject matter of expertise. They are specialist in electrical utility systems and products design, layout, implementations.

• Manage the development and implementation of electrical systems
• Prepare contract documents, including specifications, drawings, and addenda
• Oversee and manage the installation of electrical equipment and components
• Preparing specifications for purchases of electrical equipment and materials and estimating material, labor, or construction costs for budget preparation
• Writing reports and compiling data regarding existing and potential electrical engineering projects and studies and Provide technical support to other departments and personnel as needed
• Ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by directing or coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities
• Establishing construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations
• Ensuring 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
• Collaborate with customers, coworkers, and others to discuss existing or potential engineering products or projects and monitor project progress and budget, and prepare reports for upper management
• Performing a wide range of engineering tasks by operating computer-assisted design or engineering software and equipment
• Designing, maintaining, implementing, or improving electrical instruments, facilities, components, equipment products, or systems for industrial, commercial, or domestic purposes. Prepare contract documents, including specifications, drawings, and addenda
• Design, control, and implement electrical systems and products and serve as the primary point of contact with clients for all electrical engineering project matters. Manage the development and implementation of electrical systems
• Other duties as assigned or may be necessary

• Knowledge of applicable codes related to electronic engineering
• Proficient in design and calculation software
• 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)
• Knowledge of distribution planning principles is an asset

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with seven (7) or more years of experience in electrical engineering
  
  
  
  • [OR] Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with seven (7) or more years of experience in electrical engineering
  
  
  
  

• Advanced PLS-CADD proficiency
• Strong written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills
• Ability to communicate across multiple organizations and to people with varied technical experience
• Must be self-motivated and exhibit a positive and professional attitude
• Ability to handle multiple projects, meets deadlines, provide appropriate solutions to problems, and make decisions in a team environment
• Must be flexible and able to manage multiple tasks and shifting priorities
• Knowledge of high voltage distribution lines materials
• An understanding of electric lines construction practices and limitations

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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.