DTE Energy

Principal Engineer - Nuclear (Design Engineering - Mechanical)

Posted on: 23 Oct 2021

Newport, MI

Job Description

Job Summary

Senior level engineer responsible for planning and conducting intermediate to more complex engineering related activities requiring the use of creative techniques, as well as application of thorough knowledge of engineering or scientific principles and practice in multiple areas.  Incumbents have the authority to makes decisions on engineering problems and methods applicable to the resolution of important issues, which may be complex at times.  Participates on and leads teams, as well as develops effective relationships with key decision makers, as needed.

Key Accountabilities

Applies strong knowledge and background of engineering and scientific principles and practices in a variety of assignments.
Develops, coordinates, and directs critical projects or field engineering assignments that are large or complex.
Leads or plays key role on process improvement teams.
Initiates or performs engineering studies, proposing solutions or recommending alternatives.
Develops presentations of engineering-related projects to stakeholders.
Develops models and analyzes data to support improvement programs, techniques and solutions.
Conducts studies and analyses to assist in the resolution of engineering-related issues; may assist with developing engineering standards and practices.
Mentors and provides guidance/direction for less experienced engineers.
Timely and effectively support plant emergent issues.
Ensures compliance to all nuclear quality assurance (NQA) documentation and record keeping requirements, along with all nuclear security safeguards, NERC-CIP, critical digital asset and other Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) requirements.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, Chemistry, Physics, or Mathematics and 6 years of job relevant experience; applicable Navy nuclear experience equally acceptable.

Other Qualifications

Preferred:  Master’s Degree in Engineering or job relevant discipline.

 

Other Requirements:

Must be able to maintain a position on the Fermi Emergency Response Organization ERO in support of the Radiological Emergency Response Plan RERP.
Must be able to pass all phases of In-Processing including a background investigation, psychological screening, appropriate radiation worker/respiratory training and be medically certifiable drug and alcohol screen.
Physical capability to work in the plant i.e. climb stairs, work in hot environment, work in radiation/contamination areas.

Proficiency in computer applications relevant for field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Developed planning and continuous improvement skills
Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to lead cross functional teams

DTE Energy

Detroit, MI

DTE Energy is a Detroit-based diversified energy company involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide. Its operating units include an electric utility serving 2.2 million customers in Southeastern Michigan and a natural gas utility serving 1.3 million customers in Michigan. The DTE Energy portfolio includes non-utility energy businesses focused on power and industrial projects, natural gas pipelines, gathering and storage, and energy marketing and trading. As one of Michigan's leading corporate citizens, DTE Energy is a force for growth and prosperity in the 450 Michigan communities it serves in a variety of ways, including philanthropy, volunteerism and economic progress.

DTE Energy has more than 10,000 employees in utility and non-utility subsidiaries involved in a wide range of energy-related businesses. The company's growing non-utility businesses are built around the strengths, skills and assets of DTE Energy's electric and gas utilities. DTE Electric generates, transmits and distributes electricity to 2.2 million customers in southeastern Michigan. With an 11,084 megawatt system capacity, the company uses coal, nuclear fuel, natural gas, hydroelectric pumped storage and renewable sources to generate its electrical output. Founded in 1903, DTE Electric is the largest electric utility in Michigan and one of the largest in the nation.

At 1.1 million kilowatts, the company's Fermi 2 nuclear power plant represents 30% of Michigan's total nuclear generation capacity. This single plant is capable of producing enough electricity to serve a city of about one million people. Fermi 2 has been providing reliable, cost-effective power to DTE Electric customers for more than 20 years. The plant also has been designated as one of the nation's best-performing nuclear facilities.

DTE Gas is engaged in the purchase, storage, transmission, distribution and sale of natural gas to approximately 1.2 million customers in Michigan. The company owns and operates 278 storage wells representing approximately 34 percent of the underground working capacity in Michigan. There is more gas storage capacity in Michigan than in any other state. Founded in 1849, DTE Gas is one of the nation's largest natural gas utilities.

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