Assoc Sys Protection Engineer

Consumers Energy•Jackson, MI

10d•Hybrid

About The Position

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, serving 6.8 million residents across 68 Lower Peninsula counties. This hybrid (virtual/onsite) position is based in Jackson, MI, with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday. The Associate System Protection Engineer will support the design, analysis, and protection of voltage power systems. The role involves aiding the implementation of protection schemes for transmission and distribution systems by completing tasks delegated by senior engineers, and assisting in the development of control philosophies and sequences for generation, transmission, and distribution systems. The Transmission and High Voltage Distribution (T&HVD) System Protection team is responsible for the protection of Consumers Energy’s 46 and 138 kV electric systems, ensuring optimal system performance through expert configuration of protection schemes and equipment. This team supports T&HVD projects from conception through operation and maintenance, acting as subject matter experts for equipment evaluations, device applications, modeling, fault analysis, short-circuit calculations, NERC standards compliance, and more.

Requirements

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
Knowledge of the theory and practice of electric utility distribution planning, construction, operation, and maintenance
Knowledge of SCADA systems
Analytical and problem-solving skills
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with 0 - 2 years of experience with substation automation systems.
OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with 0 - 2 years of experience with substation automation systems.

Responsibilities

Support the design and implementation of protection schemes for voltage power systems as directed by more senior engineers.
Assist in the development of models and simulations to test the performance of protection devices under various conditions.
Perform field tests of protection systems to verify their proper operation.
Maintain accurate records of protection system designs and modifications.
Work on projects related to the installation or upgrade of protection systems.
Take direction from other more senior engineers assist in ensuring that the protection system interacts properly with the rest of the power system.
Provide data for review and input on technical reports documenting the design of protection systems.
Assist in the development of new protection devices and systems.
Accompany senior engineers on field tests of protection systems to verify their proper operation. Maintain accurate records of protection system designs and modifications.
Other duties as assigned or may be necessary.