We’re SC Johnson, a family company at work for a better world™.  We are a leading manufacturer of household cleaning products and products for home storage, air care, pest control, shoe care and professional products. SC Johnson’s high-quality products and iconic brands include OFF!®, Raid®, Glade®, Windex®, Scrubbing Bubbles®, Ziploc®, Mrs. Meyer’s® Clean Day, method®, Autan®, Baygon®, Mr Muscle®, Duck®, Lysoform® and more, and are in homes, schools and businesses in virtually every country worldwide.

We’re a fifth-generation, family-owned and led company with 13,000 employees and operations in 70 countries. Founded in 1886 and headquartered in Racine, Wisconsin, we believe that a more sustainable, healthier and transparent world that inspires people and creates opportunities isn't just possible – it's our responsibility.

SC Johnson includes both SC Johnson Professional, providing solutions to healthcare, industrial and institutional markets, and SC Johnson Lifestyle Brands, a growing house of like-minded brands working together for bold, transformative growth. 

Learn more about SC Johnson on our LinkedIn “Life” tab, at https://scjohnson.com or https://jobs.scjohnson.com.

Industry: Manufacturing
Company Size: 10,001+ employees

SC Johnson

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SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of consumers – such as Raid®, Glade®, Ziploc® and more, in virtually every country around the world. Together, we are creating a better future – for the planet, for future generations and for every SCJ team member. Join our winning team of Wave Makers and Go Getters and help us write the next chapter in the SCJ story.

**About The Role**

As Associate Manager, you play a critical role in shaping the front end of innovation for consumer-packaged goods and be aligned to our Ziploc brand! You will identify, scope, and advance new products, materials, and technology opportunities from early insight and concept generation through proof-of-concept and development.

This is an individual contributor role and reports to the R&D Manager for Home Storage.

**Key Responsibilities**

- Explore and define innovation opportunities by synthesizing consumer insights, market trends, sustainability goals, and emerging technologies.

- Identify unmet consumer needs and translate them into clear problem statements and technical opportunity areas.

- Evaluate white space opportunities across materials, formats, functions, and business models.

- Generate, prototype, and test early-stage concepts to assess technical feasibility, consumer relevance, business viability, and sustainability.

- Design and conduct experiments, proof-of-principle testing, and rapid learning loops to validate efficacy and performance.

- Investigate next-generation materials and technologies.

- Assess scalability, cost, manufacturability, regulatory considerations, and IP landscape.

- Ensure scientific rigor and thought leadership in product test methodologies to drive competitive advantage.

- Advance selected concepts into development through internal pathways or external partnerships.

- Lead early supplier engagement and external collaboration to accelerate learning and reduce technical risk.

**Required Experience You’ll Bring**

- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or other related technical field.

- 5+ years of experience in related research and development that includes 3+ years of development and commercialization of consumer-packaged goods

- Experience in at least one of the following: biomaterials or sustainable materials; formulation or chemical-based product development; polymer science or material conversion; active or functional product technologies.

- Qualified candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship for full-time employment.

**Preferred Experiences And Skills**

- Extensive experience in product ideation and concept development

- Familiarity with rapid prototyping, experimental design, and iterative learning methods.

- Experience collaborating with cross-functional partners to align consumer, technical, business, and sustainability perspectives.

- Experience communicating complex concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences, and integrating technical information through data driven storytelling to influence recommendation and make sound business decisions. decision-making through data-driven storytelling and recommendations.

- Experience partnering with external technology developers, suppliers, or startups.

- Possess complex problem analysis and problem-solving skills.

- Ability to manage ambiguity by building programs and projects.

- Self-driven, results-oriented with a clear focus on high quality and timely delivery of objectives.

- ability to leverage artificial intelligence tools and techniques to analyze data, generate insights, automate tasks, and enhance decision-making while applying sound judgment and ethical considerations.

**Job Requirements**

- This position works primarily in an office environment and will be located at our Bay City, MI manufacturing site.

- Full Time Monday through Friday business hours.

-  Approximately 10% travel may be required.

- Remote work is available once a week following a 90-day onboarding period.

- This position is eligible for domestic relocation.

Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned

at any time with or without notice as assigned by the Manager. The job description does not constitute a contract of employment and the position remains at-will.

**Benefits And Perks**

SC Johnson’s total compensation packages are at or above industry levels. In addition to salary, total packages may include bonuses, long-term incentives, matching 401(k) contributions and profit sharing based on company profitability, job level and years of service. As a family company, we’re committed to providing benefits such as subsidized health care plans, maternity/paternity/adoption leave, flexible work arrangements, vacation purchase options, recreation and fitness centers, childcare, counseling services and more.

**Inclusion & Diversity**

We’re a global business, with people from every culture, ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age and ability. We recognize the breadth of human experience, and we work to celebrate it. It is our goal to build a diverse, inclusive and supportive work environment where all people can thrive.

We’re committed to ongoing efforts that help us attract, hire, and retain diverse talent who want to build a positive, inclusive environment. Read more about our ongoing initiatives at https://jobs.scjohnson.com/inclusion.

**Better Together**

At SC Johnson, we strive to create a positive, inclusive and unique workplace. We strongly believe SCJ people are able to achieve their best when they can collaborate and work together in person.

**Equal Opportunity Employer**

The policy of the Company is to ensure equal opportunity for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, gender, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, gender identity, gender expression, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in any active or reserve component of the U.S. or state military forces, genetic history or information or any other category protected by law.

**Accommodation Requests**

If you are an individual with a disability and you need an accommodation or other assistance during the application process, please call our Human Resources department at 262-260-3343 or email your request to SCJHR@scj.com. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply. Download the EEO Know Your Rights poster for more information.

Research and Development - Design and Development Engineer

We are Consumers Energy, Michigan’s energy provider and the career destination for driven professionals serious about service. This sense of service makes us unique, and Consumers Energy employees know it. We all perform an essential role, and we all benefit from a satisfaction rarely found in a job. Join our 7,500 dedicated employees in diverse careers that extend from Traverse City to Adrian.

We offer more than just jobs at Consumers Energy. We provide careers with development, growth and stability. We’ll be working together in one of the most dynamic industries in the world. You’ll help us generate energy more safely, more efficiently and through the use of more sustainable sources.

The job requirements? Simple. Be passionate about what you do. Be proud of the opportunity to provide an essential service to your neighbors. Be curious and ambitious. Be there for your co-workers when they need you.

Be energetic, and bring your energy to Consumers Energy. The people of Michigan are counting on us.

Industry: Utilities
Company Size: 5,001-10,000 employees

Consumers Energy

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 Essexville Headquarter located in Essexville, 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 Principal Renewables Engineer is responsible for the design, construction, operation, and maintenance of solar, wind, and hydroelectric power plants, as well as emerging technologies and systems that harness renewable energy sources. This role provides technical leadership to engineers and technicians engaged in feasibility studies, cost estimating, and oversight of new plant construction. The incumbent is accountable for the performance of existing facilities and for developing innovative methods to improve plant efficiency, ranging from the design of individual components to overseeing the end-to-end development of new renewable energy facilities.

The Principal Renewables Engineer will be dedicated to the engineering and operational performance of multiple solar and battery resources and long-term financial planning of solar and battery resources statewide.

**Essential Duties And Responsibilities**

- Perform environmental assessments of proposed construction or demolition sites to ensure compliance with local, state, and federal regulations

- Conduct feasibility studies to evaluate the potential for new renewable energy projects

- Analyze potential sites for wind farms using factors such as wind speed, terrain, vegetation, and proximity to transmission lines and load centers

- Design, develop, and oversee the construction and installation of renewable energy systems, including solar, wind, and hydroelectric power plants

- Prepare technical reports documenting the results of feasibility studies

- Design plans and specifications for renewable energy systems

- Monitor the performance of renewable energy systems and implement modifications to improve efficiency

- Maintain awareness of emerging renewable energy technologies and systems

- Provide guidance and technical leadership to teams of engineers and other professionals supporting renewable energy projects

- Write grant proposals to secure funding for renewable energy initiatives

- Perform other duties as assigned or as necessary

**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities**

- Proficiency in AutoCAD, Mathcad, and Microsoft Office

- Proficiency in engineering design and calculation software

- Strong written and verbal communication skills

- Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail

- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills

- Extensive knowledge of energy storage systems, solar PV, and wind turbine technologies

- Working knowledge of the National Electrical Code

**Education/Experience **

- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program with seven (7) or more years of experience in a renewable engineering role.

- [OR] Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from a non-ABET accredited program plus a Professional Engineering license with (7) or more years of experience in a renewable engineering role.

**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.

Prin Renewables Engineer

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