DTE Energy Jobshttp://dteenergy.jobs2012-05-19 12:13:51.913701USACities/ThumbTitle: Supervising/Control Room Operator- Fossil Generation Location: Michigan-Flint/Tri-Cities/Thumb Area-China Twp Other Locations: Michigan-Flint/Tri-Cities/Thumb Area-East China Twp Job Description Job Summary This position is responsible for the safe, efficient, and reliable regulation of fuel, air, water, and steam controls along with generator controls for the purpose of providing system voltage control and company revenue from megawatt production while satisfying all environmental regulations, legal requirements and Fossil Generation directives. The Supervising Operator trains and directs the activities of the power plant operators and acts as the Operating Authority's delegate in the implementation of the Protective Tagging System PPO-77. Provides direction of maintenance supervisors and crafts personnel, and outside support groups to perform work while meeting OSHA safety regulations. Also can serve as Operations Outage Coordinator. Key Accountabilities -Monitors, interpret, and controls the products of a steam-turbo generator by regulating fuel, air, water, steam, and generator loads. Requires skill in operating a DCS control system, and current knowledge of all operating orders regulatory, and legal requirements as they relate to the power industry. -Recognizing, defining or anticipating operating problems is a critical job responsibility. The next level of supervision is available for discussion and to review the work of this position on a regular basis; however the Supervising Operator may have to implement corrective actions immediately in response to an upset or emergency situation. This position has a significant role for implementing solutions. -As the Operating Authority's delegate, safely implements the Protective Tagging System PPO-77 in the plant and maintains all documentation. Acts as the agent of the Central System Supervisor CSS in providing protection for personnel under the CSS' control. May act as the protection leader for outside contractors and vendors. -The Supervising Operator has the primary responsibility for scheduling work, providing on the job training, and giving work direction for Power Plant Operators. This is often done under constantly changing conditions and priorities. -Composes and revises job instructional training material for the operation of plant equipment and systems. Reviews training materials with the Power Plant Operators and verifies competency. This position requires occasional leading of meetings or facilitating group discussions. Daily preparation of computer/systems documentation and reports/logs numerical/narrative, technical writing, and work unit policies and procedures is required. -Co-ordinates work with other internal and external groups. Builds consensus for the implementation of new programs or initiatives. Exchanges factual information with all levels inside and outside of the organizational unit. Implements plans to meet organizational goals. Must be knowledgeable and able to perform switching and operation of all electrical systems up to and including 354KV. -Assist in administrative duties, i.e... EMS, P3M, Time and Attendance, etc. -Performs additional job responsibilities as may be required.Qualifications -High school diploma or equivalent -Five years operating experience which includes usage of high pressure or industrial boilers/turbine/or control room operations OR four years of operating experience as a fully qualified DTE Power Plant Operator -Supervisory experience preferred -Must obtain and maintain a City of Detroit Second Class Stationary Engineers License and be qualified to perform First Aid/CPR within 18 months after entering the job classification and have a DTE Basic Electrical Certificate. -Must obtain an evaluation of 'Recommended' on the Plant Operator Selection System Test (P.O.S.S.). (Exception: if you are incumbent and/or changing location, or have previously taken and passed the P.O.S.S. A PRACTICE TEST CAN BE FOUND ON THE DTE WEBSITE @ WWW.DTEENERGY.COM; CLICK ON CAREERS; CLICK ON HIRING PROCESS; CLICK ON SKILLS TESTING; CLICK ON EEI PRACTICE TEST LINK. -Must have working knowledge of the Lock Out Tag Out Protection Procedures. In the absence of a Shift Supervisor and/or Assistant Shift Supervisor, the Supervising Operator has the sole responsibility of administering the Lock Out Tag Out Protection Procedures in regards to all work performed on power plant equipment. -Requires a working knowledge of control systems for industrial boiler and/or turbine operating systems. -Requires a working knowledge of organizational policies and procedures, safety standards and regulations, environmental regulations, administrative procedures and the company-union contract for represented employees. -Requires a working knowledge of CRT/keyboard usage, data entry, applications software spreadsheets, graphics, database managers, etc., and timekeeping/pay practices. -Requires a working knowledge of all the plant and fuel supply equipment and systems, equipment performance, testing, risk management and outage management. ****INDIVIDUAL MUST BE ABLE TO WORK ROTATING SHIFTS**** NOTE:THERE ARE MULTIPLE OPPORTUNITIES AT THE BELLE RIVER POWER PLANT AND ST. CLAIR POWER PLANT. CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR BOTH PLANTS LOCATED IN EAST CHINA TOWNSHIP, MI DTE Energy is a Fortune 500 company based in Detroit, MI. We are a diversified energy company, involved in the development and management of energy-related businesses and services nationwide. Our operating units include Detroit Edison, an electric utility serving 2.2 million customers in Southeastern Michigan, MichCon, a natural gas utility serving 1.3 million customers in Michigan and other non-utility, energy businesses focused on coal and gas mid-stream services, power and industrial projects, unconventional gas production and energy trading. Information about DTE Energy is available athttp://www.dteenergy.com<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" />http://www.dteenergy.com/">http://www.dteenergy.com<?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /><?xml:namespace prefix = o ns = "urn:schemas-microsoft-com:office:office" /> DTE Energy is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer2012-05-15 19:12:26United StatesDTE EnergyMichigan03239MICities/Thumb, MI28706129http://dteenergy.jobs/xml/28706129/jobUSACities/ThumbTitle: Senior Engineer - DT Location: Michigan-Flint/Tri-Cities/Thumb Area-St. Clair Other Locations: Job Description Job Summary Applies diversified knowledge of engineering principles and practices in are of assignments. Make decisions on engineering problems and methods and represents the department to resolve important questions. Requires the use of advanced techniques and the modification and extension of theories, precepts, and practices of own field and related sciences or disciplines, including practical field experience. Consults supervisor or principal engineer concerning unusual problems and developments. Accountabilities: * Applies company standards and practices to all design work * Develop system-operating parameters for complex systems to meet company and customer needs * Establishes and reviews test procedures and assesses new technology, material and equipment * Frame engineering/operational problems and propose solutions * Monitor and coordinate engineering related activities as related to field construction projects * Monitor system performance and prepare long and short-term facility plans including costs * Must be able to make sound engineering decisions under limited time constraints * Prepare complex written procedures to facilitate construction, maintenance, and operation of the distribution systems * Provide complex analysis, design, an specification and cost estimates for gas distribution systems * Provides technical support to field as needed * Contribute to the development of the budget and containment of project costs * Conduct investigations into equipment failures using C1-C4 tools, including root cause analysis and rapid experiments to resolve issues permanently * Requirement to learn the OSISoft (PI) proprietary software and utilize it in process monitoring and performing root cause analysisQualifications * Bachelor's degree in Engineering * Seven years of job-related experience * Computer Skills: Proficiency in computer applications applicable to specific work field/discipline * Must have a valid driver's license, provide a suitable automobile for use on Company business, and meet Company driving standards * Professional Registration is desired * Ability to interpret blueprints/drawings/schematics and other design documents * Communicate effectively both orally and in writing with people at all levels both within and outside the company * Knowledge of Gas regulating, pressure control, and measurement equipment * Effective in self-management of time with a demonstrated personal commitment to work * Knowledge of Gas regulating, pressure control, measurement equipment, system modeling techniques, Gas Distribution piping systems, design, installation and testing standards and procedures, MPSC Michigan Gas Safety Code, company standards, and company job procedures * Practice the corporate core values of Integrity, Respect, Learning, Business Success and Customer Service * Must be knowledgeable of analytical problem solving and decision making skills, utilizing continuous improvement tools * Must be available for priority/emergency response2012-01-24 23:06:52United StatesDTE EnergyMichigan02682MICities/Thumb, MI26093147http://dteenergy.jobs/xml/26093147/job