Senior Engineer - Operational Technology Programs

Senior Engineer - Operational Technology Programs

Location:

Detroit, MI, US Company: DTE Electric Company

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies have fueled our customer's homes and Michigan's progress for more than a century. And as Michigan's largest source of renewable energy, we're creating a cleaner, healthier environment to power our future. We're also serving communities beyond Michigan, where our affiliated businesses offer renewable energy, emission control technologies, and energy services to industries in 19 states.

But we're more than a leading energy company... and working at DTE is more than just a job. At DTE, we take great care of each other and our customers, and we use our energy to be a force for growth and prosperity in our communities. When you join us, you'll be part of a team that welcomes, recognizes, and celebrates differences and values everyone's health, safety, and wellbeing.

Are you ready to make that kind of difference? Bring your energy to DTE. Together, we can achieve great things.

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Not Applicable Employment Sponsorship:
This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship currently. Hybrid Role:
This role is hybrid, with an established schedule of in-person work required at an assigned work location. Any remote work is expected to be performed from an employee's primary residence, unless allowed (or prohibited) through the Company's remote work guidelines. Emergency Response:
Yes – Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE's emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers.

• Develops, coordinates, and directs important projects or field engineering assignments with complex features.
• Performs assigned (or initiates) engineering studies, proposing solutions to engineering-related problems; develops models and analyzes data to support improvement programs, techniques & solutions.
• Interfaces with outside departments, vendors, suppliers, and reliability entities.
• Develops or assists in presentations of engineering-related projects to all levels of management & external parties (contractors, customers, etc.).
• Plans and manages group workflow to meet budgets and schedules.
• May mentor and provide guidance/direction for less experienced staff.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 4 years of job relevant experience

• Experience leading Operational Technology (OT), utility operations, digital transformation, or enterprise technology initiatives from concept through deployment.
• Knowledge of electric distribution operations, outage management, restoration processes, and utility emergency response operations.
• Experience supporting storm readiness, emergency operations, and system restoration activities in a strategic and/or operational role.
• Demonstrated ability to translate complex business needs into technical requirements and technology solutions.
• Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders including Operations, IT, Digital, engineering, and field organizations.
• Knowledge of project delivery methodologies, business process improvement, and change management practices.
• Experience developing operational procedures, governance documentation, training materials, and user adoption plans.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills with the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences, including frontline employees and senior leadership.
• Experience supporting critical operations during high-pressure events, including storms, emergency response, or major operational incidents.
• Familiarity with utility operational systems such as OMS, workforce management, mobile workforce solutions, GIS, or related technologies.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities that enhance operational efficiency and employee experience.

Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, primarily Excel and Word Strong analytical and problem solving skills Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills Proficient communication and interpersonal skills

Incumbents may engage in all or some combination of the activities and accountabilities, and utilize a variety of the competencies cited in this description depending upon the organization and role to which they are assigned. This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by incumbents in this job. It is not intended as an all-inclusive list of accountabilities or responsibilities, nor is it intended to limit the rights of supervisors or management representatives to assign, direct and control the work of employees under their supervision.

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