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Consumers Energy•Saginaw, MI

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Startup, Testing, and Commissioning – EPM Technical/Procedure Writer and Trainer is assigned to projects and provides the department’s clients with high-quality project oversight, training support, and technical writing skills. Guidance and oversight will be provided for the development and/or revision of all Operating Procedures, Alarm Response Procedures, and required Maintenance Procedures, along with training needs and content, development of training materials and schedules, and presentation needs affected by the assigned projects. The Sr. Commissioning Analyst applies intensive and diversified knowledge of engineering/commissioning principles and practices in broad areas of assignments and related fields; makes decisions independently on engineering/commissioning problems and methods; and represents the organization in meetings to resolve important questions. This role requires the use of advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts, and practices of their field and related sciences and disciplines.

Requirements

Ability to independently evaluate, select, and apply engineering/commissioning theory to solve complex problems.
Knowledge and/or experience in utility operations and the application of utility trends.
Application of utility business models.
Ability to work well in a team environment while exemplifying safe work practices and following the company’s compliance standards.
Skill in supervisory practices and application when supervising non-exempt employees and contractors.
Strong computer skills and proficiency in various Microsoft applications.
Excellent oral and written communication skills to provide technical expertise to coworkers, AEs, vendors, and other work groups.
Strong understanding of mechanical equipment, electrical equipment, and industrial instrumentation and controls.
Strong understanding of testing standards (IEEE, NETA, etc.), methods, and application.
Efficiency in issue resolution.
Bachelor’s degree in a science or related field and four (4) years of experience reading electrical schematics and diagrams; performing/managing instruments and electrical components; performing mechanical testing; experience or exposure to the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E; knowledge of OSHA 10 and 30 and safe work behaviors and practices; NERC standards and compliance; and MPSC Gas Code.
Associate’s degree with six (6) years of experience reading electrical schematics and diagrams; performing/managing instruments and electrical components; performing mechanical testing; experience or exposure to the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E; knowledge of OSHA 10 and 30 and safe work behaviors and practices; NERC standards and compliance; and MPSC Gas Code.
High School Diploma/GED with eight (8) years of experience reading electrical schematics and diagrams; performing/managing instruments and electrical components; performing mechanical testing; experience or exposure to the National Electrical Code and NFPA 70E; knowledge of OSHA 10 and 30 and safe work behaviors and practices; NERC standards and compliance; and MPSC Gas Code.

Responsibilities

Support the project with design, reviews, troubleshooting, and other expertise throughout the project lifecycle.
Develop and manage budgets, schedules, test plans or packages, technical/operational procedures, user training, quality plans, and/or other required documents for recordkeeping.
Plan and coordinate between various groups, such as Operations, Maintenance, and/or vendors, for startup and commissioning activities, training activities, documentation activities, and/or procedure creation/reviews.
Perform or understand hydrostatic, pneumatic, and other mechanical testing and operation.
Mentor employees and/or lead the work of project teams, as needed.
Read and understand electrical and mechanical prints, including wiring diagrams, schematics, and P&IDs, and update them to reflect the as-built condition.
Play an active role in developing schedules with moderate to large budgetary responsibility or impact, in both size and scope, for all assigned projects, while identifying and minimizing potential risks to the timeline and budget.
Become familiar with plans, specifications, procedures, and related materials for each project, and follow company-established standard procedures for file structure and standard drawing protocols.
Coordinate equipment commissioning/training with plant resources and schedule all vendor-supported startup training for newly installed or modified equipment.
Develop design validation and project turnover packages for EPM projects involving mechanical and electrical equipment, electronic devices, tools, plants, facilities, and systems, while applying the principles of motion, energy, force, and materials.
May have supervisory oversight responsibility for exempt and non-exempt employees and/or technical work groups performing checkout and startup on newly installed or modified equipment and systems.
Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary.
Oversee and/or create testing/commissioning planning, implementation, quality control, scheduling, budgeting, and status reporting for a given construction project or group of projects, ensuring standard practices are utilized.