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DTE Energy

Electrical Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... This role is expected to provide electrical engineering subject-matter expertise, particularly ...

DTE Energy

Electrical Engineer

Detroit, MI

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... This role is expected to provide electrical engineering subject-matter expertise, particularly ...

DTE Energy

Principal Electrical Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site

$137K - $168K/yr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Detroit, MI The Electrical Engineer III is responsible for the overall design, and technical ...

DTE Energy

Principal Electrical Engineer

Detroit, MI

$137K - $168K/yr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Detroit, MI The Electrical Engineer III is responsible for the overall design, and technical ...

DTE Energy

Control Engineer II

River Rouge, MI · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Coordinate with Electrical Engineer on equipment procurement, maintenance strategies, and project ...

DTE Energy

Technology Engineer I

River Rouge, MI

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... A Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET ...

DTE Energy

Transmission Planning Engineer

Detroit, MI · On-site

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Job Summary Develops and analyzes models of electrical transmission systems to simulate and ...

DTE Energy

Technology Engineer I

River Rouge, MI · On-site

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... A Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering from an ABET ...

DTE Energy

Control Engineer II

River Rouge, MI · On-site

$78K - $101K/yr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Coordinate with Electrical Engineer on equipment procurement, maintenance strategies, and project ...

DTE Energy

Operating Engineer Level 4

Detroit, MI · On-site

$44.90/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Lighting and Electrical Distribution Systems; and a WWTP capable of processing 500,000 gal/day of ...

DTE Energy

Senior Engineer - New Technology

Wayne, MI · On-site

$94K - $129K/yr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Ability to analyze electrical system impacts (voltage, thermal loading, stability) * Emerging ...

DTE Energy

Operating Engineer Level 4

Detroit, MI · On-site

$44.90/hr

DTE is one of the nation's largest diversified energy companies. Our electric and gas companies ... Lighting and Electrical Distribution Systems; and a WWTP capable of processing 500,000 gal/day of ...

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Do workers at DTE Energy get paid breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks.
81% of people say they get paid breaks.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and June 2026.

Does DTE Energy pay people when they’re sick?

Yes. Most people get paid when they’re sick.
83% of people say they would get paid if they were sick but scheduled to work.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

At DTE Energy, are sick days and vacation days separate paid time off?

Only some people have separate paid time off for sick days and vacation.
63% of people say they have to use vacation days when they’re out sick.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

Is the health insurance from DTE Energy affordable enough for their workers?

Most people say the health insurance costs are okay.
92% of people say the health insurance costs are okay
Based on data from 39 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between March 2025 and August 2026.

Do people get paid time off at DTE Energy?

Most people get paid time off work.
97% of people say they get paid time off.
Based on data from 29 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between May 2025 and August 2026.

How far ahead of time do people find out their work schedule?

Most people find out their schedule less than four weeks ahead of time.
  • 40% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts one week or less ahead of time.
  • 33% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts two weeks ahead of time.
  • 0% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts three weeks ahead of time.
  • 27% of people with changing schedules find out their shifts four weeks or more ahead of time.

Based on data from 15 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between January 2025 and June 2026.

Do workers at DTE Energy worry about hours?

Most people don’t worry about getting enough hours.
98% of people report they don’t worry about getting enough hours.
Based on data from 43 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do DTE Energy workers get to choose the shifts they work?

Some people don’t get to choose which shifts they work.
50% report that they don’t have enough control over which shifts they work.
Based on data from 34 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it for DTE Energy workers to change shifts?

Some people find it hard to change shifts.
43% of people report that it’s hard to change shifts if they need to.
Based on data from 28 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to get time off at DTE Energy?

Most people find it easy to get time off.
84% of people report it’s easy to get time off.
Based on data from 57 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do DTE Energy managers change schedules at the last minute?

Most managers don’t change people’s schedules at the last minute.
95% of people say their manager doesn’t change their shift schedule at the last minute.
Based on data from 42 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do jobs at DTE Energy spill into time workers aren’t paid for?

Rarely. The job doesn't usually spill into unpaid time.
2% of people report that their job takes up time that they don’t get paid for.
Based on data from 44 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

How easy is it to take sick days at DTE Energy?

Most people find it easy to take sick days.
90% of people report that it’s easy to take time off if they are sick.
Based on data from 58 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Is working at DTE Energy good if you’re a parent or caregiver?

Most parents and caregivers say this is a good place to work.
70% of people who care for a child or other relative report this is a good place to work.
Based on data from 27 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and March 2026.

Do people at DTE Energy feel treated with respect by their managers?

Most people feel treated with respect by their managers.
80% of people say they’re treated with respect by their managers.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people at DTE Energy get to take their breaks without interruption?

Most people get breaks without interruption.
75% of people report that they get to take their breaks without interruption.
Based on data from 53 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Is it stressful to work at DTE Energy?

Some people feel stressed here.
65% of people say they often feel stressed at work.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at DTE Energy enjoy their jobs?

Most people enjoy their job.
85% of people report they enjoy their job.
Based on data from 48 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people at DTE Energy recommend working with their team?

Most people recommend working with their team.
72% of people report that they would recommend working with their immediate team to a friend.
Based on data from 60 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get enough training when they start at DTE Energy?

Most people got enough training when they started.
75% of people report they got enough training when they started working here.
Based on data from 59 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do people get support to advance at DTE Energy?

Only some people are given support to advance their career here.
In the last year, 35% of people report not being given support to advance their career here.
Based on data from 54 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and July 2026.

Do people think DTE Energy’s headquarters understands what’s happening where they work?

Most people think headquarters doesn’t understand what’s happening where they work.
84% of people think that this employer’s headquarters or owners don’t have a good understanding of what’s really happening where they work.
Based on data from 56 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

Do workers feel well informed about how DTE Energy is doing?

Most people feel well informed about how the company is doing.
73% of people feel that they are kept well informed about how the company is doing as a whole.
Based on data from 55 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between December 2024 and August 2026.

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Electrical Engineer

DTE Energy

Detroit, MI • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

DTE Energy rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 60 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

11th of 53 rated energy and utility

Job description

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
Location: Detroit, MI
This 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, and budget.This role is expected to provide electrical engineering subject-matter expertise, particularly related to power distribution systems, equipment selection, operational interfaces, and code compliance.
Key Accountabilities
  • Implements EPC projects, preferably from the developer/owner's perspective
  • Performing technical due diligence activities in support of development efforts
  • Prepares and reviews EPC specifications
  • Evaluates and negotiates competitive EPC proposals including preparation of liquidated damage calculations
  • Reviews EPC project documentation including technical specifications, calculations, and drawings to ensure protection of owner's technical and financial position
  • Reviews EPC electrical scope, specifications, and vendor packages including switchgear, MCCs, transformers, UPS systems, cable systems, grounding, and protective devices
  • Screens projects from a technical perspective to determine project viability
  • Reviews electrical single-line diagrams, load studies, short-circuit studies, coordination studies, and arc flash studies
  • Prepares performance test procedures and evaluation of performance test results
  • Manages outside contractors and consultants
  • Supports commissioning and startup activities related to electrical systems, including witnessing testing, energization activities, and operational turnover
  • Power industry experience and/or fossil power background in pulp and paper, steel, or other energy intensive industry
  • Cogeneration experience with engines and gas turbines and power cycles such as Simple, Combined and Rankine
  • Interfaces with operations, maintenance, and safety teams regarding operation of electrical equipment and risk mitigation (including arc flash hazards)
  • Performs all other related duties as assigned

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements
• A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university in Electrical Engineering or closely related engineering discipline
• 5 or more years of experience in the engineering or construction fields to include experience supporting medium voltage and low voltage power distribution systems preferred
Other Qualifications
Preferred:
  • Registered Professional Engineer
  • Excellent communication skills, strong presentation skills, and able to communicate effectively with people at all levels in a teamwork-based environment
  • Able 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 customers
  • Understanding of equipment such as gas turbines, steam turbines, reciprocating engines, boilers, condensers, fans, heat exchangers, compressors, chillers, piping and valves.
  • Strong understanding of electrical distribution equipment including medium- and low-voltage switchgear, motor control centers (MCCs), transformers, protective relays, and power quality equipmentU
  • Able to provide functional engineering support to projects from start to finish without a significant level of supervision
  • Working knowledge of computer applications, including Word and Excel, in a Windows environment
  • Experience with electrical studies including load flow, short circuit, coordination, grounding, and arc flash analysisDemonstrates strong working knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures related to the engineering and construction industries
  • Uses knowledge to influence and direct project outcome
  • Challenges status quo in new ways to solve discipline specific problems
  • Requires minimal supervision of a project manager or director
  • Ability 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 leader
  • Ability 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)

Physical Demands & Working Conditions
The 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:
  • Occasionally stand or walk and stoop or kneel. Frequently, the employee is required to sit
  • Talk or hear, both in person and by telephone; use wrists, hands and/or fingers in a repetitive motion; and reach with hands and arms extensively
  • Occasionally lift objects of up to 10 pounds in weight
  • Use 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 equipment
  • Vision requirements for this position include close vision, color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus

The 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.
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.
PRIVACY NOTICE TO CALIFORNIA JOB APPLICANTS
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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