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Electrical Engineer I

Electrical Engineer I

Tech Providers Inc.Jackson, MI, US
3 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Electrical Engineer I

Contract Duration :  Contract through 10 / 15 / 2026 (High potential for extension)

Location :   Jackson, MI 49201

Work Arrangement :  Hybrid (In-office Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday; remote Wednesday and Friday)

Company Overview :

CMS Energy is a leading energy provider in Michigan, focused on delivering reliable and sustainable energy solutions. We are committed to fostering innovation and growth in the energy industry, with a strong emphasis on safety, reliability, and environmental stewardship.

Position Summary :

We are seeking a highly motivated and hands-on Electrical Engineer I to support the engineering and integration of hardware for programmable and configurable devices. This role will contribute to the detailed design of projects within the Gas MR&C Division , ensuring hardware integration aligns with CAD design drawings developed by other teams.

The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills, a proactive attitude, and a passion for working in field environments with intelligent electrical devices (IEDs). This position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge energy systems in a collaborative and diverse team environment.

Key Responsibilities :

  • Engineer and integrate hardware solutions for programmable / configurable devices.
  • Support the design and deployment of field-based control systems including :

Programmable Automation Controllers

  • Remote Terminal Units (RTUs)
  • Communication and Network Devices
  • Meters, Transformer Monitors / Controllers
  • Transducers, Regulator, and Recloser Controls
  • Assist in system configuration, device programming, and network design.
  • Collaborate with design teams to ensure alignment between CAD drawings and system implementation.
  • Work in a field environment to support deployment, testing, and troubleshooting of integrated systems.
  • Maintain documentation and reporting as required.
  • Communicate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.

    • Required Qualifications :

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET-accredited program

    • OR

    Associate Degree in an Electrical Engineering discipline with relevant experience.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Access, Excel, Word).
  • Self-motivated, with a strong work ethic and positive attitude.
  • Ability to work effectively in a diverse, cross-functional team environment.

    • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Experience with programmable / configurable devices such as RTUs, regulator and recloser controls.
  • Familiarity with IEC-61131 programming suite.
  • Understanding of DNP 3.0 protocol (serial and IP-based).
  • Programming experience in VB.NET or other high-level programming languages.
  • Project Engineering experience is a plus.
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