Development Engineer

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.nnJob SummarynnLocation: Detroit, MInnThis position is responsible for providing technical and other project support for either a single large project or multiple smaller projects. Duties include review of plans and specifications; answering questions related to specific aspects of a project such as scope, schedule, budget, and other requirements; monitoring and reporting of costs and project progress; and special projects as assigned.nnKey AccountabilitiesnnImplements EPC projects, preferably from the developer/owner’s perspectivenPerforming technical due diligence activities in support of development effortsnPrepares and reviews EPC specificationsnEvaluates and negotiates competitive EPC proposals including preparation of liquidated damage calculationsnReviews EPC project documentation including technical specifications, calculations, and drawings to ensure protection of owner’s technical and financial positionnScreens projects from a technical perspective to determine project viabilitynPrepares performance test procedures and evaluation of performance test resultsnManages outside contractors and consultantsnPower industry experience and/or fossil power background in pulp and paper, steel, or other energy intensive industrynCogeneration experience with engines and gas turbines and power cycles such as Simple, Combined and RankinenPerforms all other related duties as assignednnMinimum Education & Experience RequirementsnnA Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Engineering or equivalent disciplinen5 or more years of experience in the engineering or construction fields to include experience as a Project Engineer or Project ManagernnOther QualificationsnnPreferred:nnRegistered Professional EngineernExcellent communication skills, strong presentation skills, and able to communicate effectively with people at all levels in a teamwork-based environmentnAble to develop cost estimates, manage budgets, project costs and scheduling and maintain relationships with suppliers, contractors, equipment vendors, engineering firms, EPC contractors and DTE Vantage customersnWorking knowledge of equipment such as gas turbines, steam turbines, reciprocating engines, boilers, condensers, fans, heat exchangers, compressors, chillers, piping and valves. Understanding of electrical distribution equipment such as switchgear, transformers, and MCC’snAble to provide functional engineering support to projects from start to finish without a significant level of supervisionnWorking knowledge of computer applications, including Word and Excel, in a Windows environmentnEnergy consumption and power cycle modeling experiencenDemonstrates strong working knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures related to the engineering and construction industriesnUses knowledge to influence and direct project outcomenChallenges status quo in new ways to solve discipline specific problemsnRequires minimal supervision of a project manager or directornAbility to function within a matrix organization in which functional and business leaders have equal authority within the organization and employees report to both a functional leader and a business leadernAbility to develop and maintain productive relationships with both a functional and business leader, who collaborates on employee issues and decisions (including performance management, compensation, and development)nnPhysical Demands & Working ConditionsnnThe physical demands characterized here epitomize those that must be met by an employee to properly perform the integral functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. In order to properly perform the integral functions of this job, the employee is required to:nnOccasionally stand or walk and stoop or kneel. Frequently, the employee is required to sitnTalk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use wrists, hands and/or fingers in a repetitive motion; and reach with hands and arms extensivelynOccasionally lift objects of up to 10 pounds in weightnUse computers with exposure to video display terminals; and some repetitive motion associated with data entry, the use of a computer mouse, and while using other office equipmentnVision requirements for this position include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focusnnThe employee performs job duties primarily in a work from home capacity and periodically from a climate-controlled office environment, with a moderate noise level. However, on an occasional basis the employee may be required to travel to project sites where noise levels and environmental conditions may vary.nnAdditional InformationnnIncumbents 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.nnPRIVACY NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA JOB APPLICANTSnAt DTE Energy, we are committed to providing an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and a sense of belonging. We seek individuals with a heart for service, a passion to help our communities prosper, and ideas to help shape the future of energy. We are proud to be an equal opportunity, employer that considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, religion, disability, national origin, citizenship, height, weight, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable federal and/or state laws. #LI-DNI