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Engineer - Staff (Renewable Ops)

Join DTE Energy in Detroit as an Engineer specializing in renewable operations. This role involves engineering design, problem solving, and supporting renewable assets. Benefit from a diverse, inclusive workplace committed to safety and community impact.

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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.

Job Summary

Intermediate level engineer responsible for independently evaluating, selecting and applying standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria. Uses judgement in applying or recommending adaptions and modifications. Typical assignments are in the areas of engineering or scientific design, problem solving, and technical support for the optimum operation and maintenance of company assets. Participates on teams of field employees, technicians, engineers and other personnel.

Key Accountabilities

  • Performs engineering assignments, proposing solutions to engineering related problems.
  • Works with experienced professionals to recommend and implement timely solutions involving routine engineering, design, operation, maintenance of company assets and market optimization.
  • Collaborates with more experienced engineers to provide follow-up and engineering assistance on defined problems within time and budget constraints.
  • Develops models and analyzes data in order to recommend solutions and/or improvements in processes and programs; develops and presents presentations to all levels of management and/or external parties.
  • May provide field engineering assistance or technical support.
  • Keeps up to date on current technology and market/technology trends.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 2 years of job relevant experience

Other Qualifications

Preferred

  • Experience supporting the design, construction, commissioning, operation, or maintenance of utility substations, battery energy storage or renewable energy facilities.
  • Working knowledge of applicable codes, standards, and compliance requirements, including UL, IEEE, NFPA, NEC, NERC, and utility interconnection requirements for inverter-based resources.
  • Strong understanding of power system studies, including short circuit, load flow, reactive power, harmonics, transients, arc flash, and system modeling.
  • Proven experience reviewing contractor deliverables, including drawings, calculations, technical submittals, and RFIs, while ensuring compliance with project specifications during design and construction.
  • Familiarity with SCADA systems, RTACs, networking, and fiber optic communications.
  • FE or PE License Certification is a Plus
  • Master's Degree in Engineering or job relevant discipline

Other Requirements

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

Additional Information

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.

At 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.

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About this role

Posted
16 Sep 2026
Updated
16 Sep 2026
Job type
Full time
Workplace
Hybrid
Working hours
UTC-04:00
Experience
Intermediate
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About DTE Energy

Company Overview

Name

DTE Energy

Headquarters

Three Rivers, MI, United States

Founded

1849

Size

Approximately 9,500 to 10,000 employees (source: stockanalysis.com). Revenue details for 2023 are not specified, but DTE Energy serves 2.3 million electric and 1.3 million gas customers (source: dteenergy.com).

What They Do

DTE Energy is a diversified public utility that operates primarily in electric and natural gas distribution, while also expanding its renewable energy assets. The company generates electricity through a diverse capacity mix of 11,084 MW, which includes coal, nuclear, natural gas, hydroelectric, wind, and solar sources, serving a broad customer base across southeastern Michigan (source: dteenergy.com). DTE Gas manages natural gas distribution for approximately 1.3 million customers in Michigan, utilizing 278 storage wells, which represent the highest capacity in any U.S. state (source: dteenergy.com). The company also has non-utility segments, including DTE Vantage, which focuses on industrial energy services and renewable energy projects, alongside energy trading and environmental marketing (source: stockanalysis.com). DTE Energy's target markets primarily include residential, commercial, and industrial sectors within Michigan, while its non-utility operations extend across the United States and Canada (source: wikipedia.org). The company is recognized as Michigan's largest electric utility, leveraging its scale and integrated model to differentiate itself from pure renewable energy companies (source: dteenergy.com).

Projects & Track Record

DTE Energy has a rich history of notable projects, including the Ludington Pumped Storage Plant, which has been operational since 1973, and the Fermi 2 nuclear plant, licensed in 1988 (source: dteenergy.com). The company has also completed significant projects such as the Blue Water Energy Center, which was developed between 2018 and 2022 with a capacity of 1,150 MW, and various wind parks in the Thumb area, with the first commissioned in December 2012 (source: wikipedia.org). Current projects include the conversion of coal plants to gas at Belle River, with plans for completion in 2025 and 2026, and the retirement of coal units at Monroe by 2032 (source: wikipedia.org). Additionally, DTE Biomass Energy focuses on capturing landfill methane, and the Westside Gas Producers project in Three Rivers, MI, is a key renewable natural gas initiative (source: dtevantage.com). The company’s geographic presence is primarily in Michigan, with a focus on expanding its non-utility operations across the U.S. and Canada (source: wikipedia.org).

Recent Developments

In a significant move towards clean energy, DTE Energy retired the River Rouge coal plant on June 4, 2021, marking a milestone in its commitment to reducing carbon emissions (source: ir.dteenergy.com). This closure is part of a broader strategy to phase out coal plants, with three of five coal facilities expected to close by the end of 2022, which aligns with the company’s goal to enhance its renewable energy portfolio to power approximately 900,000 homes (source: wikipedia.org). The company is also planning gas conversions at Belle River, scheduled for completion in 2025 and 2026, as part of its transition to cleaner energy sources (source: wikipedia.org). While no specific acquisitions or mergers have been reported for 2024-2025, DTE Energy continues to operate with a focus on sustainability and innovation, with its next earnings report scheduled for February 5, 2026 (source: datainsightsmarket.com). The completion of the ESOC Building in 2021 further supports the company’s operational capabilities in grid management (source: wikipedia.org).

Working There

DTE Energy offers a diverse range of roles across various departments, including electric generation, gas operations, engineering, trading, IT, finance, and renewables. Key positions include those in electric distribution technology, industrial energy services, and renewable energy projects (source: stockanalysis.com). The company has multiple office locations throughout Michigan, including its headquarters in Detroit, as well as offices in Cass City, Shelby Township, Lapeer, Howell, Marysville, Waterford, Mt. Clemens, Belleville, Redford, and Ann Arbor, which focuses on innovation and renewables (source: dteenergy.com). Following the closure of the River Rouge plant, employees were transferred to other positions without job loss, demonstrating the company’s commitment to its workforce (source: wikipedia.org). DTE Energy fosters a culture centered on safe and reliable energy delivery, community engagement, and a swift transition to cleaner energy sources, supported by initiatives from the Detroit Edison Foundation (source: dteenergy.com). While specific employee benefits are not detailed, interested candidates can explore opportunities across the company’s extensive workforce (source: dteenergy.com).

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