Network Engineer

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.

Location:
This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to North Star Energy HQ located in Ann Arbor, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).

The Network Engineer will be responsible for supporting the design, implementation, and day-to-day operations of the organization's network infrastructure. This role assists in troubleshooting network issues, deploying hardware and software, and maintaining documentation. The Network Engineer will contribute to the stability, security, and performance of enterprise networks, while gaining experience in advanced network technologies and processes.

• Support the configuration and maintenance of routers, switches, firewalls, and wireless systems.
• Work with senior engineers to implement network changes and improvements.
• Maintain accurate network diagrams, documentation, and asset inventories.
• Participate in on-call support rotation and respond to network incidents.
• Follow change control and incident response procedures.
• Assist in the implementation of network security protocols and compliance controls.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support IT projects and system rollouts.
• Assist in monitoring and analyzing network performance to ensure reliability and availability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve network issues related to connectivity, latency, and performance.
• Other duties as assigned or may be necessary.

• Familiarity with common network tools such as Wireshark and Solar Winds.
• Strong foundational knowledge of networking protocols (TCP/IP, BGP, OSPF, etc.).
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Demonstrates a willingness to learn and grow within the field.
• Demonstrates excellent teamwork and embodies the virtues of being humble, hungry, and people smart.

• Bachelor's Degree and 2+ years of hands-on experience in IT or Network Administration, including exposure to firewalls, VPN, wireless technologies, and basic network security concepts.
• [OR] Associate's Degree and 4+ years of hands-on experience in IT or Network Administration, including exposure to firewalls, VPN, wireless technologies, and basic network security concepts.
• [OR] High School Diploma and 6+ years of hands-on experience in IT or Network Administration, including exposure to firewalls, VPN, wireless technologies, and basic network security concepts.

• Indoor

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.

• 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

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,…