Electrical Engineer

Electrical EngineerLocation: Detroit, MICompany: DTE Energy Resources, LLCJob Summary: This position is responsible for providing technical and other project support for either a single large project or multiple smaller projects. Duties include review of plans and specifications; answering questions related to specific aspects of a project such as scope, schedule, and budget. This role is expected to provide electrical engineering subject-matter expertise, particularly related to power distribution systems, equipment selection, operational interfaces, and code compliance.Key Accountabilities:Implements EPC projects, preferably from the developer/owner's perspectivePerforms technical due diligence activities in support of development effortsPrepares and reviews EPC specificationsEvaluates and negotiates competitive EPC proposals including preparation of liquidated damage calculationsReviews EPC project documentation including technical specifications, calculations, and drawings to ensure protection of owner's technical and financial positionReviews EPC electrical scope, specifications, and vendor packages including switchgear, MCCs, transformers, UPS systems, cable systems, grounding, and protective devicesScreens projects from a technical perspective to determine project viabilityReviews electrical single-line diagrams, load studies, short-circuit studies, coordination studies, and arc flash studiesPrepares performance test procedures and evaluation of performance test resultsManages outside contractors and consultantsSupports commissioning and startup activities related to electrical systems, including witnessing testing, energization activities, and operational turnoverPower industry experience and/or fossil power background in pulp and paper, steel, or other energy intensive industryCogeneration experience with engines and gas turbines and power cycles such as Simple, Combined and RankineInterfaces with operations, maintenance, and safety teams regarding operation of electrical equipment and risk mitigation (including arc flash hazards)Performs all other related duties as assignedMinimum Education & Experience Requirements:A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline5 or more years of experience in the engineering or construction fields to include experience supporting medium voltage and low voltage power distribution systems preferredOther Qualifications Preferred:Registered Professional EngineerExcellent communication skills, strong presentation skills, and able to communicate effectively with people at all levels in a teamwork-based environmentAble to develop cost estimates, manage budgets, project costs and scheduling and maintain relationships with suppliers, contractors, equipment vendors, engineering firms, EPC contractors and DTE Vantage customersUnderstanding of equipment such as gas turbines, steam turbines, reciprocating engines, boilers, condensers, fans, heat exchangers, compressors, chillers, piping and valvesStrong understanding of electrical distribution equipment including medium- and low-voltage switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, protective relays, and power quality equipmentAble to provide functional engineering support to projects from start to finish without a significant level of supervisionWorking knowledge of computer applications, including Word and Excel, in a Windows environmentExperience with electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, coordination, grounding, and arc flash analysisDemonstrates strong working knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures related to the engineering and construction industriesUses knowledge to influence and direct project outcomeChallenges status quo in new ways to solve discipline specific problemsRequires minimal supervision of a project manager or directorAbility to function within a matrix organization in which functional and business leaders have equal authority within the organization and employees report to both a functional leader and a business leaderAbility to develop and maintain productive relationships with both a functional and business leader, who collaborates on employee issues and decisions (including performance management, compensation, and development)Physical Demands & Working Conditions:The physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is required to: Occasionally stand or walk and stoop or kneel. Frequently, the employee is required to sit Talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use wrists, hands and/or fingers in a repetitive motion; and reach with hands and arms extensively Occasionally lift objects of up to 10 pounds in weight Use computers with exposure to video display terminals; and some repetitive motion associated with data entry, the use of a computer mouse, and while using other office equipment Vision requirements for this position include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus The employee performs job duties primarily in a work from home capacity and periodically from a climate-controlled office environment, with a moderate noise level. However, on an occasional basis the employee may be required to travel to project sites where noise levels and environmental conditions may vary.Privacy Notice to California Job Applicants: At DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws.