Engineering Entry Program; EEP Engineer

Join the diverse and dynamic team that powers Michigan's largest energy provider and one of the nation's largest gas and electric combination utilities. Consumers Energy services 6.8 million of Michigan's 10 million residents - caring for our friends and neighbors in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We embrace a cleaner and leaner utility vision focused on eliminating energy waste and adding renewable energy from sources such as wind and solar.

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.

The Engineering Entry Program (EEP) Engineer will be entered into a full time 2‑year engineering rotation where they will be exposed to a variety of engineering roles within defined areas of focus, developing long‑term technical and leadership skills, as well as providing mentorship and skill‑building activities. The EEP Engineer will have 4 distinct 6‑month rotations that offer both corporate and field‑based assignments;

individual experiences are defined by both CMS Energy (CE) business needs and the EEP Engineer strengths. The program also involves a comprehensive list of learning activities that will provide the EEP Engineer with an overview of the electric, gas, and generation segments within CMS Energy. Upon completion of the Engineering Entry Program (EEP), the EEP Engineer will be placed into a full‑time position that balances their skills and knowledge, personal interests, and business needs.

• Individual should exemplify safe work practices and follow the company’s compliance standards.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills are critical.
• Experience working with Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, including creating presentations and spreadsheets.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Aptitude to learn new skills and concepts and adapt quickly to new situations.

• Engineering degree from an ABET accredited university.

• Engineering degree from a non‑ABET accredited university plus Professional Engineering license.

• Prior Engineering Intern experience.

• Plan, design, construction, and maintenance of Electric Distribution, Electric Generation, Gas Distribution and Gas Transmission systems as well as facilities and ancillary support processes for all utility operations.
• Lead and/or assist with engineering projects to include design, plans, inspections, system planning, specifications, reports, maps, environmental impacts, permits, contracts, schedules, estimates, surveying, easements, data collection, construction observation, and field investigation.
• Produce reports, graphics, presentations, and other visual material to present to senior engineers and leadership, may also include occasional speaking or meeting with internal and external stakeholders to present reports.
• Review operating and construction sites to monitor progress and other duties per the design documents.
• Use computer assisted engineering, design, and drafting software and equipment to prepare engineering and design documents; understanding and following company established standard procedures for projects, including plans and specifications, maps, and related material for each project.

At Consumers Energy, we foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we pride ourselves in offering our co‑workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We aim to create an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team 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, united in…