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Sr Mechanical Engineer (Transmission Pipeline)

Consumers Energy
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Jackson
Jun 25, 2025
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. Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday and may be assigned to any Consumers Energy Service Center located throughout Michigan's lower Peninsula. 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 Sr Mechanical Engineer in Transmission Pipeline & Storage Engineering (TPSE) is responsible for pipeline lowerings and relocations associated with the natural gas transmission pipeline system.Existing pipelines may be identified shallow in depth, needing replaced and lowered, or require relocation of physical alignment to facilitate municipal developments or other third-party requests.The individual is also responsible for executing gas storage mainline, lateral or well line installations, replacements, or retirement projects located on storage pipelines in partnership with Gas Storage Engineering stakeholders. In addition to project work, the Sr Mechanical Engineer is responsible for collaborative efforts, including formal problem solving, process improvement, standard development or maintenance and other department initiatives with varying stakeholders. The Sr Mechanical Engineer is ultimately responsible for the development, design, installation and closeout of capital pipeline projects within the Transmission Pipeline Engineering organization. They collaborate with a team of other engineers, project managers, field personnel and design technicians on moderately complex projects to ensure that their projects meet all relevant safety standards and specifications. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Design, control, and implement mechanical design packages and serve as the primary point of contact with stakeholders for all mechanical engineering project matters Manage the development and installation of natural gas transmission pipeline assets Designing, maintaining, implementing, or improving mechanical instruments, facilities, components, equipment products, or systems for industrial, commercial, or domestic purposes Performing a wide range of engineering tasks by supporting design technicians with computer-assisted design or engineering software and equipment and facilitating formal design review meetings Ensuring that installation and operations conform to standards and company requirements by preparing mechanical systems specifications, technical drawings, or topographical maps Investigate and resolve project issues in a timely manner Establishing construction, manufacturing, or installation standards or specifications by performing a wide range of detailed calculations Writing reports and compiling data regarding existing and potential mechanical engineering projects and studies and provide technical support to other departments and personnel as needed Preparing specifications for purchases of mechanical equipment and materials and estimating material, labor, or construction costs for budget preparation Collaborate with customers, coworkers, and others to discuss existing or potential mechanical engineering products or projects and monitor project progress and budget, and prepare reports for upper management Ensuring compliance with specifications, codes, or customer requirements by directing or coordinating installation, manufacturing, construction, maintenance, documentation, support, or testing activities Other duties as assigned or may be necessary Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Analytical and problem-solving skills Mechanical and technical skills Proficient with computer-assisted design (CAD) software Written and verbal communication skills Organizational skills and attention to detail Strong understanding of GD&T principles Proficient in MS Office, with aptitude for learning new software Education/Experience Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with four (4) or more years of relevant experience [OR] Bachelor's Degree Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with four (4) or more years of relevant experience Valid State of Michigan Driver's License as travel is required for this role Preferred Experience Pipeline engineering/utility experience Understanding of 49 CFR Part 192, the Michigan Gas Safety Standards and ASME B31.8 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, capABLE, Interfaith 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.