[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All DTE Energy jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dte-energy/) · [Search jobs](/search/) DTE Energy · Detroit, MI # Transformer Engineer - Staff Detroit, MI, US Hybrid Senior individual contributor Operations Listed on DTE Energy’s official careers site. Listed as of October 18, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on DTE Energy’s careers site →](https://careers.dteenergy.com/job/Detroit-Transformer-Engineer-Staff-MI-48201/1415735200/) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [DTE Energy](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dte-energy/) / Transformer Engineer - Staff ## 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. ### Testing Required Not Applicable Employment Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship currently. ### Hybrid Role This role is hybrid, with an established schedule of in-person work required at an assigned work location. Any remote work is expected to be performed from an employee’s primary residence, unless allowed (or prohibited) through the Company’s remote work guidelines. ### Emergency Response Yes – Must be available to perform a primary assignment in support of DTE’s emergency response to storms or other events that impact service to our customers. ### Job Summary Intermediate level engineer responsible for independently evaluating, selecting and applying standard engineering techniques, procedures and criteria. Uses judgement in applying or recommending adaptions and modifications. Typical assignments are in the areas of engineering or scientific design, problem solving, and technical support for the optimum operation and maintenance of company assets. Participates on teams of field employees, technicians, engineers and other personnel. ### Key Accountabilities Performs engineering assignments, proposing solutions to engineering related problems. Works with experienced professionals to recommend and implement timely solutions involving routine engineering, design, operation, maintenance of company assets and market optimization. Collaborates with more experienced engineers to provide follow-up and engineering assistance on defined problems within time and budget constraints. Develops models and analyzes data in order to recommend solutions and/or improvements in processes and programs; develops and presents presentations to all levels of management and/or external parties. May provide field engineering assistance or technical support. Keeps up to date on current technology and market/technology trends. ### Minimum Education & Experience Requirements Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology and a minimum of 2 years of job relevant experience ### Other Qualifications Preferred Master's Degree in Engineering or job relevant discipline ### Other Requirements - Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs, primarily Excel and Word Intermediate analytical and problem solving skills - Strong time management, prioritization, and organization skills - Proficient communication and interpersonal skills 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. #LI-SS1 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. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Not stated - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 11, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 18, 2026 - Listed for: 7 days - Location: Detroit, MI, US - Work arrangement: Hybrid[Apply on DTE Energy’s careers site →](https://careers.dteenergy.com/job/Detroit-Transformer-Engineer-Staff-MI-48201/1415735200/) ## More jobs at DTE Energy ### [Capital Project Manager (PMO - Renewable Energy)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dte-energy/jobs/33101f948fc7c8b1113a/) Detroit, MI, US ### [Electrical Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dte-energy/jobs/65c9d61c3ccb03d142b2/) Detroit, MI, US ### [Engineer - Senior (PMO - Renewables Engineering-Commissioning)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dte-energy/jobs/4e412e6e5974d4e4585c/) Detroit, MI, US ### [Engineer - Senior - Pipeline Integrity](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dte-energy/jobs/23050e4afa35a8ac43fe/) Detroit, MI, US ### [Engineer - Staff (ENS Renewable Operations)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/dte-energy/jobs/e969384a0f695cc59f5f/) Detroit, MI, US ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Senior Transformer Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/hitachi/jobs/791df139678244e39f4a/) Hitachi · Remote ### [Process Engineer – Transformer Factory (Greenfield Build)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/siemens-energy/jobs/273c3641cba004b525f1/) Siemens Energy · Charlotte, North Carolina, United States ### [Vistra High Voltage Transformer and Breaker Engineer (Staff thru Consulting)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/vistra-energy/jobs/ceaa842de55949be6f44/) Vistra Energy · Irving, Texas ### [Pads Transformer Assembler - 1st Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/d9adf20767ffc39017c0/) Eaton · Nacogdoches, Texas, USA ### [Pads Transformer Assembler - 2nd Shift](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/eaton/jobs/aba34ce0c03653e407ef/) Eaton · Nacogdoches, Texas, USA OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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