Sr Mgr Engineering

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7.     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. Location: This position is onsite at the Ludington Pump Storage located in Ludington, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify).   General Summary of Job Responsibilities

The Senior Manager of Engineering is responsible for overseeing multiple engineering teams involved in the planning, coordination, and execution of complex engineering projects. This individual serves as the primary liaison between engineering frontline leaders, senior leadership, and key stakeholders. The incumbent partners with senior leaders to develop and implement the company's engineering strategy and is responsible for establishing and advancing engineering processes, standards, and best practices across Consumers Energy. This role is accountable for budgeting, forecasting, and managing engineering costs for assigned teams while collaborating with cross-functional departments to ensure the efficient and effective operation of engineering activities. For the Ludington Pumped Storage Facility, this position provides leadership to the engineering team supporting multiple major projects, including a multi-year corrective work program involving significant scope, complexity, and site risk. The role also leads the System Engineering Team and serves as a member of the site's Senior Leadership Team. Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Confer with project personnel to develop work plans and assign duties, responsibilities, and appropriate levels of authority. Establish and monitor systems and procedures to measure progress and facilitate effective problem-solving with supervisors, project managers, engineers, and customers. Investigate concerns regarding engineering products or services and implement corrective actions as necessary. Evaluate and select vendors for engineering equipment and supplies and negotiate contracts and agreements with external contractors and service providers. Review project proposals and plans to determine timelines, budget constraints, resource requirements, staffing needs, and project execution strategies. Oversee all engineering projects from initiation through completion, ensuring adherence to budget, schedule, quality, and safety standards. Direct and coordinate project activities through subordinate leaders to ensure work progresses according to established schedules and budgets. Develop and manage budgets, schedules, and performance expectations for engineering teams. Serve as the engineering department's primary point of contact for project-related inquiries, concerns, and requests. Perform other duties as assigned or required. Additional Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership and technical oversight for all engineering activities at the Ludington Pumped Storage Facility, ensuring the safe, reliable, and efficient operation of plant assets. Lead and develop the System Engineering Team to address emergent equipment issues, troubleshoot plant problems, improve system reliability, implement long-term asset management strategies,