What are the responsibilities and job description for the Associate Electrical Engineer position at Consumers Energy?
LOCATION
This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with minimum onsite requirements on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to either the Kalamazoo Service Center located in Kalamazoo, MI OR Grand Rapids Service Center located in Grand Rapids, MI. The selected candidate must be located within a commutable distance OR willing to relocate (relocation package available to those who qualify).
GENERAL SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
The Associate Electrical Engineer is responsible for supporting the engineering and design of the sustainable operation of Consumers Energy distribution system. The incumbent works with teams across the organization and external stakeholders and works segments of technical projects as required and directed.
This position is within the Planning group for Low Voltage Distribution (LVD). This group is responsible for the planning responsibilities for the electric distribution facilities. This position includes both office and field responsibilities for the performance of the electric distribution circuits which encompasses electric planning, project management, reliability programs, customer concern resolution, and storm restoration responsibilities.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- 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 for senior engineer review
- Ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by taking direction from senior engineers on coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities
- Adheres to construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations
- Supports efforts to ensure the installation and operations conform to standards and customer requirements by preparing electrical systems specifications, technical drawings, or topographical map
- Collaborate with senior level engineers on the gathering of data and feedback from customers, coworkers, and others to discuss existing or potential engineering products or projects
- 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
- Assist in the design, control, and implement electrical systems and products
- Other duties as assigned or may be necessary
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES
- 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
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program OR Bachelor's degree in Engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.
