Technical Instructor

Consumers Energy•Bay City, MI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Consumers Energy is Michigan’s largest energy provider, providing natural gas and/or electricity to 6.8 million of the state’s 10 million residents in all 68 Lower Peninsula counties. Consumers Energy knows job number one is to keep the lights on for customers. We are committed to delivering reliable, clean, and affordable energy to our customers 24/7. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship, e.g., H-1B, TN, etc. Please do not apply if you will need immigration sponsorship for a work visa now or in the future, including sponsorship for H-1B, TN, etc., now or in the future. We are unable to hire individuals with CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT for this position as the position is not eligible for participation in the H-1B lottery program and is not eligible for current or future immigration sponsorship for a work visa. Location : This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to the Bay City Service Center located in Bay City, MI.  The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify). General Summary of Job Responsibilities The Learning & Development (L&D) team is seeking a highly skilled Technical Instructor to support critical operational training across the organization. This role is essential for maintaining compliance, ensuring workforce readiness, and upholding the highest standards of operational safety—particularly within the Working Clearance program and associated requalification requirements. The ideal candidate will bring strong technical expertise, hands-on plant experience, and proficiency with the control of hazardous energy (eSOMs or Lockout/Tagout). These capabilities are vital for sustaining safe operations and enabling L&D to deliver high-quality, accurate, and compliant technical training. The successful candidate will become a SME in eSOMS Working Clearance by working closely with Generation Operations business partners, doing go-and-sees and job shadowing. This instructor will not only own the Working Clearance training program for Learning and Development but will also help support the Generation Technical Training team’s large portfolio of offerings that includes many electrical and mechanical offerings.

Requirements

Knowledge of adult learning theories and learning concepts; experience in developing and delivering class content to promote engaging training.
The ability to deliver effective instruction, manage a classroom environment, and impart specialized knowledge and practical skills to the learner.
Strong knowledge and expertise in the subject area, including familiarity with relevant curriculum frameworks and standards.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, coworkers and business partners.
Be adaptable to different learning styles, technologies, and teaching methodologies to cater to diverse student needs.
Strong organizational and time management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple responsibilities.
Possess in-depth knowledge of the subject matter being taught, including the underlying theories, principles, and practical applications.
Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes active student participation and collaboration.
Proficiency in using educational technology tools and software for instructional purposes.
Bachelor's degree in Business, Education, Engineering, technical based and 2+ years of working knowledge of gas or electrical systems; instructor experience or high level presentation skills; working in an operations setting to understand the complexities of the environment; knowledge of adult learning theory principles; instructional design.
[OR] Associate's degree in Business, Education, Engineering, technical based and 4+ years of working knowledge of gas or electrical systems; instructor experience or high level presentation skills; working in an operations setting to understand the complexities of the environment; knowledge of adult learning theory principles; instructional design.
[OR] High School diploma and 6+ years of working knowledge of gas or electrical systems; instructor experience or high level presentation skills; working in an operations setting to understand the complexities of the environment; knowledge of adult learning theory principles; instructional design.

Nice To Haves

Working Clearance/eSOMS/Lockout Tagout experience
Plant operations and/or maintenance experience
Mechanical/Electrical experience
Mobile crane experience

Responsibilities

Collaborate with colleagues and business partners including joint training committees and safety reps to develop and align instructional strategies and curriculum across courses.
Act as a liaison to communicate information between key stakeholders and Learning and Development (L&D).
Prepare and deliver engaging lectures, presentations, and interactive sessions to convey highly technical concepts, theories, and procedures effectively to students in the assigned subject area, as well as support in non-technical areas to meet business needs.
Other duties as assigned or may be necessary
Execute accurate document mangement.
Participate in professional development activities to stay updated with the latest educational practices, technology and trends to enhance the learning experiences.
Partner with other L&D instructors for coaching and learning opportunities to improve cross-functional abilities within L&D.
Develop skills and knowledge in additional technical, soft skills, and non-technical areas to have the ability to deliver training cross-functionally.
Revise and continuously improve lesson plans, curriculum, and instructional materials based on established guidelines and objectives.
Assess student learning and progress through various approved methods.
Support a lean mindset throughout the organization by using Lean methodology and principles. This includes finding and solving problems and contributing to customer affordability and our company's financial performance by seeking out efficient and effective learning solutions.