Principal Engineer - Voltage Support Operations

DTE Energy • Detroit, MI

40d • Hybrid

About The Position

DTE is hiring a senior-level engineer to plan and conduct intermediate-to-complex engineering activities, applying thorough knowledge of engineering or scientific principles across multiple areas. The role makes decisions on engineering problems and methods to resolve important issues, which may be complex, and participates in and leads teams while developing effective relationships with key decision makers.

The position supports Voltage Support Operations and involves engineering studies, project and field engineering assignments, data analysis, process improvement, and the resolution of engineering-related issues. The engineer also develops presentations for stakeholders and mentors less experienced engineers. This is a hybrid role with an established schedule of in-person work at an assigned location; remote work is expected to be from the employee’s primary residence, subject to company guidelines. The role requires availability to perform a primary assignment supporting emergency response to storms or other events affecting customer service. The position is not currently eligible for visa sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology.
• At least 6 years of job-relevant experience.
• Proficiency in computer applications relevant to field work.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Planning and continuous improvement skills.
• Strong time management, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in Engineering or a job-relevant discipline.
• Utility industry experience and a strong understanding of electrical distribution and sub-transmission systems.
• Experience with Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) and/or Energy Management Systems (EMS).
• Working knowledge of voltage support equipment, including load tap changers (LTCs), voltage regulators, capacitor banks, and substation power equipment.
• Experience investigating and resolving power quality and voltage-related issues.
• Experience working in substations and collaborating with field crews across substation, overhead, and underground operations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, schematics, and technical documentation.
• Strong engineering investigation skills, including data analysis and root-cause identification.
• Experience coordinating with vendors and external partners to support project execution and issue resolution.
• Familiarity with NERC standards and compliance requirements.

Responsibilities

• Apply engineering and scientific principles and practices across a variety of assignments.
• Develop, coordinate, and direct critical projects or large or complex field engineering assignments.
• Lead or play a key role on process improvement teams.
• Initiate or conduct engineering studies, proposing solutions or recommending alternatives.
• Develop presentations about engineering-related projects for stakeholders.
• Develop models and analyze data to support improvement programs, techniques, and solutions.
• Conduct studies and analyses to help resolve engineering-related issues; may assist in developing engineering standards and practices.
• Mentor and provide guidance or direction to less experienced engineers.
• Be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE emergency response to storms or other events that impact customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior