Associate System Protection Engineer
About The Position
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). General Summary of Job Responsibilities The Associate System Protection Engineer will support the design, analysis, and protection of voltage power systems. The incumbent will aid the implementation of protection schemes for our transmission and distribution systems by completing tasks in support of more senior engineers as directed and delegated. Help with the development of control philosophies and sequences for our generation, transmission, and distribution systems.
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 degree from an ABET accredited program OR Engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license
- 0 - 2 years in 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
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
