Electrical Engineer IV

Electrical Engineer IV

Contract Duration: Contract through December 30, 2026 (with strong possibility of extension up to 2–3 years)

Location: Jackson, MI 49201

Work Schedule: Hybrid (On-site: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday | Remote: Wednesday, Friday)

CMS Energy is seeking a highly skilled Electrical Engineer IV to support the development and execution of renewable generation projects, including solar, wind, and battery energy storage. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with cross‑functional teams to ensure projects are designed, integrated, and implemented effectively. This role requires hands‑on experience with electrical systems, programmable devices, and substation or generation plant operations.

• Provide engineering and integration support for programmable/configurable devices, substation network devices, and legacy electrical devices in electric substations and generation plants.
• Assist in the detailed design of multiple projects, supporting CAD design drawings produced by the I&C Division.
• Develop, test, and integrate intelligent electrical devices (IEDs), including programmable automation controllers, RTUs, protective relays, meters, transformer monitors/controllers, and other control devices.
• Support renewable energy projects (3-4 concurrent projects), ensuring electrical design and integration requirements are met.
• Work hands‑on in a lab environment to prototype systems, set up tests, and connect/integrate devices.
• Collaborate with diverse teams, including mechanical, civil, and electrical engineers, to support successful project execution.
• Maintain clear communication with internal stakeholders and project teams.

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program.
• Positive attitude, strong work ethic, and highly self‑motivated.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills; ability to interact effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Access, Word).
• Experience with programmable/configurable devices, such as RTUs, regulator, and recloser controls (desired).
• Familiarity with IEC‑61131 programming suite, DNP 3.0 protocol (serial and IP), and  or other high‑level programming languages (desired).
• Prior experience with generation plants, substations, or utilities is preferred.
• Professional Engineer (PE) license not required
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• Hybrid role with in‑office presence required Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday.
• Hands‑on work in lab and field environments supporting generation projects.