Startup, Testing, & Commissioning - EPM Technical/Procedure Writer & Trainer - Tech Providers : Job Details

Technical Writer & Trainer - EPM Startup, Testing, & Commissioning Department: EPM Startup Testing & Commissioning - Consumers Energy Employment Type: Contract Through 12/31/2025 (with potential for extension) Location: Mid-Michigan (Flexible with hybrid work options) Work Schedule: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday in-office (7:00 AM - 3:30 PM typical), potential work-from-home on other days About the Role: Consumers Energy's EPM Startup Testing and Commissioning Department is seeking a skilled Technical Procedure Writer and Trainer to support capital projects across various sites primarily in mid-Michigan. This role is critical in developing, maintaining, and delivering operational and startup procedures, including startup/shutdown, alarm responses, and maintenance documentation for newly installed systems, mainly in gas compression facilities. Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain standardized technical procedures based on OEM manuals and installation guidelines.
• Deliver training programs on new systems and operational procedures to operators, mechanics, and engineering staff.
• Collaborate with startup testing analysts, engineers, vendors, contractors, and operations personnel during commissioning phases.
• Travel to multiple sites within mid-Michigan to conduct hands-on system walkthroughs, training, and support commissioning efforts.
• Follow established formatting templates and compliance standards for documentation.
• Support ongoing procedural updates in response to equipment or operational changes.
• Participate in departmental meetings and align with safety and operational protocols, including TSA training and risk assessments for site access.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree preferred; Associate degree in Science or Technical field acceptable with relevant experience.
• Minimum 4+ years of technical procedure writing experience or equivalent expertise.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams) and collaboration tools.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly across Michigan compressor sites.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to transfer complex technical knowledge effectively.
• Experience or familiarity with gas compression systems is a plus but not mandatory.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a small team supporting statewide operations.

Work Environment:

• Hybrid work schedule with 3 days in-office and potential remote days, depending on location.
• Frequent travel to field sites for training and commissioning activities.
• Collaboration with engineering, operations, and vendors.
• Safety compliance including personal risk assessments for site access.