Data Scientist

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. Location: This is a hybrid (virtual/onsite) position with required onsite days on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday assigned to One Energy Plaza located in Jackson, MI. The selected candidate must be within a commutable distance or willing to relocate (relocation package is available for those that qualify). This position is not open to sponsorship General Summary of Job Responsibilities The Data Scientist is responsible for supporting data output processes and collaborating with business stakeholders to define requirements and data requests for strategic analytical projects. This role requires a strong understanding of organizational needs and the ability to deliver actionable insights through advanced analytical methods. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Prioritize business initiatives and structure projects for optimal success, considering budget, headcount, and regulatory requirements. Lead analytics initiatives from ideation through production and adoption, with a comprehensive understanding of the analytics lifecycle and common challenges. Communicate data science outputs effectively and contribute to the development of models and solutions that provide actionable insights for business decision-making. Plan, organize, and manage resources and processes to achieve project objectives within defined scope, time, quality, and budget constraints. Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Exceptional written and verbal communication skills. Proficiency in data modeling, machine learning algorithms, statistical analysis, data visualization, and data engineering. Strong quantitative analytics skills and structured problem-solving ability. Ability to evaluate alternative solutions and approaches to complex problems. Knowledge of project management principles and ability to identify project and business requirements. Skilled in compiling, organizing, interpreting, and presenting data and results clearly and concisely. Strong process management capabilities. Logical reasoning skills to assess strengths and weaknesses of various solutions and conclusions. Education/Experience Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Information Technology, Data Analysis, or a related field, with two (2) or more years of experience in data science, data analysis, data modeling, and business needs assessment. [OR] Associate's degree in Data Science, Information Technology, Data Analysis, or a related field, with four (4) or more years of relevant experience. [OR] High School Diploma with six (6) or more years of in-depth experience in data science, data analysis, data modeling, and business needs assessment. 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 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr