Engineer - Principal

Overview

Lead complex engineering projects, mentor staff, and support emergency response.

Key Responsibilities

• project management
• team leadership
• equipment testing
• data modeling
• process improvement
• engineering studies

Tasks

-Develops, coordinates, and directs critical projects or field engineering assignments that are large or complex. -Lead cross-functional teams on equipment operation investigations -Develops presentations of engineering-related projects to stakeholders. -Assist in the approval of new equipment and the creation of field testing procedures -Develops models and analyzes data to support improvement programs, techniques and solutions. -Leads or plays key role on process improvement teams. -Initiates or performs engineering studies, proposing solutions or recommending alternatives. -Mentors and provides guidance/direction for less experienced engineers. -Principal level engineer responsible for planning and conducting intermediate to more complex engineering related activities requiring the use of creative techniques, as well as application of thorough knowledge of engineering or scientific principles and practice in multiple areas. Incumbents have the authority to makes decisions on engineering problems and methods applicable to the resolution of important issues, which may be complex at times. Participates on and leads teams, as well as develops effective relationships with key decision makers, as needed. -Conducts studies and analyses to assist in the resolution of engineering-related issues; may assist with developing engineering standards and practices.

Requirements

• relays
• nerc
• maximo
• sap
• master's
• problem solving

What You Bring

-Experience with electro-mechanical, solid-state, and microprocessor-based relays -Experience in supporting field technicians who perform relay-related field commissioning and maintenance activities, along with reviewing of test records and approving equipment for service. -Master's Degree in Engineering or job-relevant discipline -Developed planning and continuous improvement skills -Experience in reading electrical schematics and wiring diagrams, including but not limited to reviewing of and validating designs, and updated field mark prints. -Experience with NERC PRC-002-2, PRC-004-6 and PRC-005-6 -Applies strong knowledge and background of engineering and scientific principles and practices in a variety of assignments. -Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills -Proficiency in computer applications relevant for field -Recent experience with testing, troubleshooting, and analyzing relaying targets and oscillography for electrical system events -Knowledge of electrical system equipment functions and operation -Proficiency in Maximo, and SAP. -Strong analytical and problem solving skills -Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills -Ability to lead cross-functional teams -Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 6 years of job relevant experience -Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs, primarily Excel and Word.

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About Dte Energy

-Operates one of Michigan’s largest electric utilities, serving customers with a diverse energy mix including coal, nuclear, natural gas, hydro, and renewables. -Runs a major natural gas utility providing to customers, backed by extensive storage wells and pipeline infrastructure. -Beyond utilities, it advances industrial energy solutions, renewable natural gas, energy marketing, and trading through non‑utility segments. -Projects range from grid modernization—like smart reclosers and underground cables—to utility-scale wind, solar parks, and landfill gas‑to‑energy facilities. -Unusual facts: it operates one of the nation’s top coal‑fired stations, Monroe Power Plant.

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