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Michels Underground Cable, Inc. combines experience and equipment to install underground cables for power transmission, power distribution, renewable energy and communication networks. Depending on system needs, our crews directly bury or install protective casing including duct banks for solid and stranded conductors and copper, fiber optic and coaxial cable. Our crews work throughout the United States to deliver solutions for current and future needs.

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System Modernization Reliability Project (SMRP)

Midwest

Wisconsin Public Service modernized and improved parts of their distribution system by burying lines in areas that had the lowest reliability throughout northern Wisconsin. When the work completed at the end of 2021, Michels upgraded nearly 1,000 ...

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Moffett Federal Airfield West

Rapelje FTTP Overbuild West

Industries

The work we do today makes for a better tomorrow by providing safe, reliable options for energy and infrastructure delivery. At the same time, we are devoted to building a strong future for our team and our customers by continually investing in training, equipment and technology.

Energy

Michels designs and builds reliable, tested, meticulously maintained infrastructure solutions to ensure safe, swift delivery of renewable and traditional energy throughout the world.

Energy Transition & Renewables

Our technical abilities support global energy transition and developing solutions in decarbonization, including solar, wind, hydrogen, carbon capture, battery energy storage and renewable natural gas (RNG) markets.

Marine

We deliver collaborative, value-engineered solutions for complex marine environments by combining experienced, safety-forward crews and specialized equipment.

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Accomplishments

Michels ranks 34th on ENR Top 400 List

Michels is proud to be ranked as the 34th largest contractor on the 2024 Engineering News-Record Top 400 Contractors List, maintaining our consistent position in the top 10 percent. As a specialty contractor focused on supporting the energy and infrastructure industries in the United States and beyond, Michels is honored to maintain our ...

Careers at Michels

Michels values diverse ideas, shared values and a collaborative culture. Like our projects, our employment opportunities are focused on building the way to a better life.

Craft & Trade Careers

Being the best requires the best. Grow your craft and develop your skills with us. Our craft and trade positions make everyone's lives better.

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Professional & Technical Careers

You can work in construction without operating heavy equipment. We have opportunities in engineering, safety, environmental, human resources, IT, risk management, finance, marketing and other professional positions.

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Internships

We offer internships and co-op programs to students who want to apply education and skills before graduation. Gain invaluable experience while being mentored by the industry's finest for future advancement.

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