Assoc Sys Protection Engineer

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: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) posi tion with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned t o the Parnall office located in Jackson, MI.  The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

General Summary of Job Responsibilities

The Associate System Protection Engineer will support the design, analysis, and protection of voltage power systems. The incumbent will aid the implementation of protection schemes for our transmission and distribution systems by completing tasks in support of more senior engineers as directed and delegated. Help with the development of control philosophies and sequences for our generation, transmission, and distribution systems.

The Transmission and High Voltage Distribution (T&HVD) System Protection team is responsible for all aspects of protection of Consumers Energy’s 46 and 138 kV electric systems. By utilizing our individual and collective expertise, we set up and configure the protection schemes and equipment used on our T&HVD systems while working continuously with many companywide stakeholders to ensure all protection devices are applied and configured in a manner that optimizes system performance. T&HVD System Protection supports all T&HVD projects from the conceptual stage, through the engineering and commission stages and into long term operation and maintenance. We serve as subject matter experts for T&HVD protection equipment evaluations, protection device applications, protection device modeling, fault analysis, short-circuit calculations, protection of real time system operating conditions, NERC protection standards compliance and more.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Support the design and implementation of protection schemes for voltage power systems as directed by more senior engineers.

Assist in the development of models and simulations to test the performance of protection devices under various conditions.

Perform field tests of protection systems to verify their proper operation.

Maintain accurate records of protection system designs and modifications.

Work on projects related to the installation or upgrade of protection systems.

Take direction from other more senior engineers assist in ensuring that the protection system interacts properly with the rest of the power system.

Provide data for review and input on technical reports documenting the design of protection systems.

Assist in the development of new protection devices and systems.

Accompany senior engineers on field tests of protection systems to verify their proper operation. Maintain accurate records of protection system designs and modifications.

Other duties as assigned or may be necessary.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

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

Knowledge of the theory and practice of electric utility distribution planning, construction, operation, and maintenance

Knowledge of SCADA systems

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Education/Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with 0 - 2 years of experience with substation automation systems.

[OR] Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with 0 - 2 years of experience with substation automation systems.

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

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

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don’t discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY (Different Generations), capable (Different Abilities), Interfaith, People Planet Partners, and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.