Engineering Technician

Consumers Energy•Big Rapids, MI

35d

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. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa. Location : The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance from the assigned location(s) or willing to relocate. GENERAL SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The Engineering Technician will coordinate on project engineering and design; product/process research; field technical support; and support of the utility system. The incumbent will gather and track standards and manual feedback, and work on special projects as assigned. Support department process and change management and frequently coordinate with other internal departments on assigned tasks and projects.

Requirements

Proficiency in using ArcGIS and/or CAD software
MS Windows Applications
Knowledge in utility operations
Ability to solve complex problems; taking new perspectives using existing computer-based solutions
Written and Verbal Communication Skills
Technical Writing Skills
Good Interpersonal Skills
Associate degree in Engineering or a related field and two (2) years of experience performing technician work (OR) High School Diploma and four (4) years of experience performing technician work

Responsibilities

Support Storm Restoration activities when called upon
Support special assignments that may not be directly related to project work. Examples might include odorize engineer, field support engineer, specifications and process development, etc.
Complete on-the-job learning and development via learning modules, standard review, and mentorship via senior engineer
Perform field visits and work with field operations, as needed
Provide engineering support and consultation to include design, plans, inspections, system planning, specifications, reports, maps, environmental impacts, schedules, surveying, easements, data collection, construction observation, and field investigation
Understand and follow existing, and create new, department standards and procedures. Become familiar with plans and specifications, maps, and related material for each project, and be able to utilize the information appropriately
Support and administer the maintenance of configured infrastructure to meet current utility needs. This includes implementing levels, specialized components, and custom reports
Meet with third-party supporting firms and general contractor representatives to provide standards and collect feedback on a recurring basis to ensure up-to-date understanding and compliance
Read and interpret utility industry standards, drawings, and device specification/data sheets, and apply them to a working environment
Other duties as assigned or may be necessary