Sr Sys Protection Engineer
About the role
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. The company is committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy 24/7. This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to the Parnall office in Jackson, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).
Responsibilities
- Develop models and simulations to test the performance of moderately complex protection devices under various conditions
- Select appropriate protection devices and settings based on system characteristics and desired performance
- Coordinate with other engineers to ensure that the protection system interacts properly with the rest of the power system
- Prepare technical reports documenting the design of protection systems
- Investigate faults in protection systems and develop solutions to prevent future occurrences
- Monitor changes in the electric power industry and revise protection designs as necessary
- Manage projects related to the installation or upgrade of protection systems
- Assist in the development of new protection devices and systems
- Perform field tests of protection systems to verify their proper operation
- Maintain accurate records of protection system designs and modifications
- Design, implement, and oversee protection schemes for high voltage power systems
- Other duties as assigned or may be necessary
Requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with four (4) or more years of relevant experience; OR Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with four (4) or more years of relevant experience.
Skills
- 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
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience with substation automation systems
- Familiarity with SCADA systems
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