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Engineer - Principal (Power Transformers)

at DTE Energy

📍 Detroit, MI, US Hybrid Posted March 13, 2026
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Position Details

Type Not Specified
Experience senior
Exp. Years 6+ years
Education Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology
Category Engineering (Non-Software)

About this role

This senior engineering role focuses on managing power transformers, improving distribution operations, and leading technical projects to ensure infrastructure reliability.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead engineering projects on power transformers
  • Conduct data analysis for system improvements
  • Implement process improvements
  • Manage engineering teams
  • Develop and apply engineering standards

Technical Overview

The position involves engineering analysis, process optimization, and leadership in power transformer and distribution system projects, utilizing modeling tools and data analysis.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a senior engineer with over 6 years of experience in power transformers and distribution operations, capable of leading engineering projects and process improvements. They should possess strong analytical and leadership skills to support critical infrastructure.

Must-Have Skills

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering6 years relevant experienceExperience with Power TransformersEngineering principles

Nice-to-Have Skills

Master's Degree in EngineeringExperience in Distribution operationsProcess improvement experience

Tools & Platforms

Engineering modeling toolsData analysis software

Required Skills

Power TransformersEngineering principlesData analysisProcess improvementDistribution operationsTeam leadershipEngineering standards

Hard Skills

Power transformersEngineering principlesData analysisProcess improvementTeam leadershipDistribution operationsEngineering standards

Soft Skills

LeadershipCommunicationProblem-solvingTeam collaborationDecision-making

Certifications

Preferred

Master's Degree in Engineering

Industry & Role

Industry Energy
Job Function Senior engineer managing power transformers and distribution infrastructure

Keywords for Your Resume

Power TransformersEngineering principlesData analysisProcess improvementDistribution operationsTeam leadershipEngineering standardsEngineering experienceProject managementTechnical solutionsProblem-solvingCommunicationDecision-makingTeam collaboration

Deal Breakers

Less than 6 years of relevant experience, No experience with Power Transformers, Lack of leadership or project management skills

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