What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Scientist (ESO) position at DTE Energy?
DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century.And as Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we're creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.
But we're more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job.At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing. Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE.Together, we can achieve great things.
Testing Required: Not Applicable
Hybrid Role: Must be able to come on-site periodically and reside a commutable distance from the assigned work location.
Emergency Response: Yes - Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE's emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.
Analyzes data as well as prepare samples for analysis, records data, and performs routine tests and studies. Responsible for the method validation of new analytical methods and trains other individuals in analytical chemistry techniques within the lab. Prepares reagents and standards for chemical analyses and conducts routine/non-routine environmental testing. This may include various wet chemistry techniques such as extractions, dilutions, hot plate and microwave digestions, pipetting, along with the preparation and cleaning of glassware and work areas. Includes problem solving and technical support for the optimum operation and maintenance of company assets working both internally and with external companies, such as instrument manufacturers. Performs a variety of technical work requiring application of scientific principles, techniques, and procedures. Uses technical judgment on details of work and selection of alternatives.
* Performs calibration of laboratory equipment.
* Follows standard work instructions for technical tasks.
* Prepares samples for analysis.
* Actively leads in process improvement and safety efforts.
* Ability to use Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs) for sample login, data entry, and validation of analyses/samples.
* Maintains accurate and complete lab data notebook, communicates precise and accurate results of analyses in accordance with prescribed lab procedures and systems.
* Performs monitoring and testing of system performance by data collection or laboratory testing.
* Applies statistical analysis to verify sample integrity within the laboratory quality program.
* Writes technical reports for distribution to customers.
- Bachelor's degree and three years of experience in laboratory analysis.
Preferred: Bachelor's or Master of Science degree in Chemistry, bio-chemistry, chemical engineering or equivalent. Applied knowledge or experience with instrumentation or analyses such as ICP, GC, GC/MS, FT-IR, UVVis, Spectroscopy, Karl Fischer, TGA, XRF, BTU, Proximate, LECO, Calorimetry, lubrication and oil testing, viscosity, Flash Point, and other wet chemistry is a plus.
Other Requirements:
* Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, PowerPoint. Word, Visio, Outlook) as well as the labs LIMs system. Ability to create macros/computer programming background is a plus.
* Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and able to prioritize a samples importance.
* Advanced knowledge of analytical chemistry techniques, laboratory equipment and laboratory practices.
* Self-driven with the ability to work with minimal guidance both independently and within teams.
* Communicates effectively both orally and in writing with people at all levels both within and outside the company.
* Ability to follow the lab QA/QC program and ensure samples analyzed are held up to that standard.
* Compliant in both safe and environmental work practices.
* Understanding of compliance regulations (i.e. Environmental) and permits and how they apply to the industry.
* Skilled in instrument troubleshooting and maintenance. Skilled in performing investigations and interpreting analytical data to resolve operational problems.
Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.
At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
DTE Energy is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.
