Engineer

Responsibilities

• Develop, update, and maintain Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure (SPCC) plans for substation facilities in compliance with EPA 40 CFR Part 112.
• Analyze engineering materials including site drawings, blueprints, aerial imagery, survey reports, and topographical data to support SPCC planning.
• Design and perform calculations for stormwater management and oil containment volumes.
• Create and revise facility diagrams using CAD and other design software to reflect SPCC requirements.
• Conduct field investigations and site visits to verify compliance with SPCC plans and ensure implementation of engineering controls.
• Maintain detailed records and prepare technical reports documenting SPCC compliance activities.
• Collaborate with construction, operations, and environmental teams to identify and mitigate environmental risks.
• Serve as a liaison with environmental agencies, respond to regulatory inquiries, and represent the utility during audits.
• Educate internal teams on spill prevention procedures and regulatory obligations.
• Ensure coordination across business units to align with federal, state, and internal environmental policies.

Requirements

• Proficiency in civil engineering principles related to environmental compliance and infrastructure design.
• Strong working knowledge of EPA regulations, especially 40 CFR Part 112, and relevant Michigan environmental laws.
• Experience with spill modeling tools such as the Mineral Oil Spill Evaluation System (MOSES).
• Skilled in interpreting technical documents and producing accurate engineering drawings.
• Effective communicator with the ability to work across multidisciplinary teams and external agencies.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet regulatory deadlines.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related field.
• Active State of Michigan Professional Engineer (PE) license (required for SPCC plan certification and updates).

Benefits

• Healthcare Insurance: Eligible employees and their dependents receive healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full-time employment. Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
• Dental Insurance: Eligible employees and their dependents receive a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full-time employment.
• Vision Insurance: Eligible employees receive vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full-time employment.
• 401(k) Plan: Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the 401(k) Plan on the first of the month following at least 1 calendar year after employment begins.