Data Analyst (Advanced Methane Detection-GIS) at Consumers Energy in JACKSON, MI

Join the diverse and dynamic team that powers Michigan's largest energy provider and one of the nation's largest gas and electric combination utilities. Consumers Energy services 6.8 million of Michigan's 10 million residents - caring for our friends and neighbors in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. We embrace a cleaner and leaner utility vision focused on eliminating energy waste and adding renewable energy from sources such as wind and solar.

Location:

This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with minimal onsite requirements on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to the Parnall Office located in Jackson, MI. The candidate must be within a comfortable daily commutable distance to any of the locations or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those who qualify).

We are looking for: Data Analyst (Advanced Methane Detection - GIS)

The Data Analyst position builds and maintains large-scale statistical models and algorithms by leveraging skill set in predictive modeling, statistics, and modeling methods to align with business strategy. Enhances ethics required to build products that function properly while adhering to the privacy standards of consumers. They bring technical expertise to ensure the quality and accuracy of that data, then process, design, and present it in ways to help people, businesses, and organizations make better decisions.

The Data Analyst (Advanced Methane Detection) will provide quality analysis from Advanced Methane Detection (AMD) surveys. In addition, this person will be responsible for generating reports, providing data, and working closely with other departments in the gas business. The analyst will communicate with contractors on a regular basis and provide them with their work responsibilities.

The knowledge and skills involved with this position include but are not limited to:

Experience using ArcGIS Pro and ArcGIS Online
Leak survey GIS boundary identification
Analyze and summarize coverage of AMD surveys using GIS software
Experience with data analytics
Experience with geospatial analytics
Ability to work with large data sets from multiple data sources
Ability to present to a variety of audiences both technical and non-technical
Knowledge and understanding of data modeling, machine learning algorithms, statistical analysis, data visualization, and data engineering
Ability to recognize, analyze, and solve a variety of problems
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal

We encourage you to apply if you have:

Associate degree in Information Technology, Data Analytics or related discipline with two (2) or more years' experience with a proven track record of turning data into meaningful analysis, presenting to business stakeholders, and driving value for the business
- [OR] High School Diploma with four (4) or more years of applicable experience with a proven track record of turning data into meaningful analysis, presenting to business stakeholders, and driving value for the business
Ability to see the big picture and to focus on details when necessary
Advanced knowledge and experience in topics of data and information management
Hands on experience with Big Data/NoSQL Platforms with experience delivering production projects at scale

In this role, you will:

Proposes and evaluates innovative solutions for analyzing and portraying GIS data
Develop and maintain GIS data from Advanced Methane Detection (AMD) surveying
Provide daily survey plans to contractors
Provide platforms for AMD data collection for future studies and pilots
Assist in data transfer between systems
Perform quality control analysis for each AMD survey
Proposes, implements, and evaluates innovative solutions for analyzing, clustering, associating, and classifying data
Leads the development and validates algorithms via analysis, computer simulation, and prototyping
Extends analytics platform for connected devices and sensors
Writes and debugs production code that spans the vertical from database to computational layer to web service
Work with cross functional teams to identify and cover every edge case imaginable
Help maintain large-scale analytics infrastructure, including distributed storage and computation clusters
Other non-essential duties as assigned or may be necessary

Why should you join our team?

At Consumers Energy, we offer more than just a place to work. We foster a culture that supports career development, growth, and stability, and we take pride in offering our co-workers excellent benefits and compensation packages. We are deliberately creating an inclusive culture that makes our diverse team of co-workers feel valued, supported, and empowered every day. We're a company made up of thousands of people, all with different stories to share and work to do, but we stand united in our company purpose: world class performance delivering hometown service.

What we offer:

Competitive compensation packages
Medical, Dental and Vision
401k with company match
Paid parental leave
Up to 13 paid Holidays
Paid time off
Educational Assistance Program

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

We, at CMS Energy, value Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion. It is part of our DNA. We treat our employees with respect, we treat each other fairly and we value the opinions of others. We are passionate about building and nurturing an environment where everyone feels included. We don't discriminate. We seek to learn about each other and better understand our unique differences. Our uniqueness makes us authentic. We create safe spaces where everyone can be who they truly are. We invite difficult conversations and uncomfortable topics. We value diverse perspectives; this is what makes us great together. We harbor an inclusive environment where employees feel empowered to share their backgrounds, experiences, and ideas. Our Employee Resource Groups, Women's Advisory Panel (WAP), Women's in Energy (WE), Minority Advisory Panel (MAP), Pride Alliance of Consumers Energy (PACE), GENERGY, capable, Interfaith and Veterans Advisory Panel (VAP) are key enablers to living the values of our company culture: Caring, Empowered, Deliberate, Agility, and Ownership.

All qualified applicants will not be discriminated against and will receive consideration for employment without regard to protected veteran status, disability, race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or national origin.