Join a diverse and dynamic team that makes and delivers the most valuable services in the world: electricity and natural gas. At Consumers Energy, our customers are at the heart of everything we do. Our employees work around the clock to provide service to our customers in honor of our history and to fulfill our promise to Michigan - Count on Us! Consumers Energy, the principal subsidiary of CMS Energy and headquartered in Jackson, Michigan, provides natural gas and electricity to nearly 6.8 million of Michigan's 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties.
Department Summary
At Consumers Energy, we are committed to creating and delivering reliable energy to our customers through sound engineering practices. The Engineering Entry Program (EEP) has been specifically designed to provide new or recent college graduates with the tools and experiences needed to successfully transition - and grow within - our professional engineering environment.
The Engineering Entry Program is a 2-year rotation-based, full-time position that exposes participants to a variety of roles within a defined area of focus, developing long-term technical and leadership skills, as well as provides mentorship and skill-building activities. The program structure offers 4 distinct 6-month rotations that offer both corporate and field-based assignments; individual experiences are defined by both our business needs and your strengths. The program also involves a comprehensive list of learning activities that will provide the EEP Engineer with an overview of the electric, gas, and generation segments within Consumers Energy.
Upon completion of the Engineering Entry Program (EEP), you will 'graduate' into a full-time placement in a position that balances your skills and knowledge, personal interests, and business needs.
Job Description/Responsibilities
The Engineering Entry Program (EEP) for Engineering specifically focuses on the engineering division of Energy Delivery (high- and low-voltage electric distribution) and/or Power Generation segments of Consumers Energy.
Due to the wide service territory at Consumers Energy, the Engineering Entry Program requires travel within the state of Michigan. Most assignments require visits to the field or other company locations beyond the assigned job location. By visiting field locations, EEP Engineers gain a better understanding of how their projects play a vital role in the company's daily operations.
Each rotational assignment has varying objectives and deliverables, but can include opportunities in:
•Customer & Service Infrastructure - High Voltage Distribution Planning
•Customer & Service Infrastructure - Long Range Planning
•Distribution Standards and Materials
•High Voltage Distribution Lines Design and Standards
•Instrumentation & Control, Design and Standards
•Low Voltage Distribution Engineering
•Substation Design and Standards
•System Control & Monitoring
•Plant Engineering
•Project Engineering
•System Engineering
•Gas Storage
•Gas Compression
•Project Management
•Other areas as business needs arise
Requirements/Qualifications
To qualify, candidates must have or be obtaining a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program; December 2018 and May 2019 graduates are strongly encouraged to apply.
The following skills and experiences may set you apart from others:
•Knowledge of Electric Circuits
•Ability to be flexible and adaptable to new assignments and projects
•Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills are critical
•Must possess the attitude and aptitude to learn new skills and concepts and adapt quickly to new situations
•Ability and willingness to work independently or as part of team in order to complete tasks
•Prior work and/or internship experience is a plus
•Strong self-motivation
•Excellent written and verbal communication skills
•Professionalism
•Customer-oriented focus
•Experience working with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, including being able to create presentations and spreadsheets
Location of the position will vary depending upon assignment and travel within the State of Michigan will be required.
Essential Functions
Planning, design, construction, and maintenance of Electric high- and low-voltage distribution systems as well as facilities and ancillary support process for all utility operations. Duties and who this individual reports to will fluctuate between projects, practice areas, and offices. Individual possesses the skills to lead, problem solve, and work well in a team environment. Individual should exemplify safe work practices and follow the company's compliance standards.... For full info follow application link.
All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, , orientation, gender identity or national origin.
