Prin Renewables Engineer
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- Jackson, MI
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- Prin Renewables Engineer
- Location: JACKSON, MI, US
Location
: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to the Parnall Service Center 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 Principal Renewables Engineer will be responsible for the design, construction, and maintenance of solar, wind, and hydroelectric power plants as well as new technologies and systems that harness renewable sources of energy. The incumbent will lead the work of lower-level engineers and technicians who are responsible for conducting feasibility studies, preparing cost estimates, and overseeing the construction of new plants.
Responsible for the operation and maintenance of existing plants, and the development of new methods to improve plant efficiency and designing individual components to oversee the entire process of building a new facility or power plant.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Conduct environmental assessments of proposed construction or demolition sites to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations
- Perform analyses of potential sites for wind farms based on factors such as wind speed, terrain, vegetation, and proximity to transmission lines and load centers
- Provide guidance to teams of engineers and other professionals working on renewable energy projects
- Monitor the performance of renewable energy systems and make modifications as necessary to improve efficiency. Understand new technologies and systems that harness renewable sources of energy
- Design plans and specifications for renewable energy systems. Write grant proposals to secure funding for renewable energy projects
- Prepare technical reports detailing the findings of feasibility studies
- Conduct feasibility studies to assess the potential for new renewable energy projects
- Design, develop, and oversee the construction of renewable energy systems, including solar, wind, and hydroelectric power plants. Oversee the installation of renewable energy systems
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- Proficient in AutoCAD, Mathcad, and Microsoft Office
- Proficient in design and calculation software
- Written and verbal communication skills
- Organizational skills and attention to detail
- Analytical and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with energy storage systems, solar PV, and wind turbines
- Working knowledge of the National Electric Code
- Education
Additional information
Bachelor's degree in Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program OR Engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license and 7+ years of experience in renewable engineering role.
[OR]
Associate’s degree in Engineering degree from an ABET accredited program OR Engineering degree from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license and 9+ years of experience in renewable engineering role.
Preferred
- Battery energy storage system expertise
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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.
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Company
Consumers Energy
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.
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.
Equal opportunity and legal notices
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.
From CMS Energy's careers page, first listed on Rolev.ai on November 6, 2026. Rolev.ai is not the employer.
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