ADMS Systems Lead — Distribution Network Modeling

FirstEnergy Corp; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstEnergy Corp. is seeking an experienced ADMS Systems professional to manage and enhance the ADMS network model, working with DCCs, GIS, IT support, and engineering teams. The role focuses on model management, testing, and implementing enhancements for real-time power flow and distribution automation systems.

The ideal candidate will lead several projects, ensure safety, and support system updates and storm operations, with travel within the FirstEnergy footprint as needed.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in an engineering, IT, business or related discipline with a minimum of 5 years' experience in IT, DCC/TCC operations, Field Operations, GIS or Engineering.
• In lieu of a degree, must have a minimum of 10 years' experience in IT, DCC/TCC operations, Field Operations, GIS or Engineering.
• Demonstrated ability to work across organizations to form consensus on process and procedure enhancements.
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems and implement solutions.
• Understanding of various distribution equipment and the operation of the electrical distribution system.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to safety, especially the impacts of ADMS systems within controls centers and field operation groups.
• Oversee support of the distribution network model for ADMS, Flex and OMA.
• Enhance model management processes for efficiency and support testing and enhancements of core ADMS applications.
• Support prioritization of mapping updates for investments like LTIIP, IIP, Ohio GridMod, etc.
• Support new product releases and system updates through testing and implementation.
• Coordinate with IT, Work Management, WFD and other organizations on configurations and enhancements of these applications.
• Provide support (remote and onsite) to DCCs and field organizations during normal and storm operations.
• Assist with monitoring, troubleshooting and resolution of device and circuit health issues.
• Collaborate across groups to support SCADA integrations and ensure systems/functions are maintained.
• Support process adherence for Model Management and related operational systems.

Skills

Teamwork

Cross-functional

Problem solving

Communication

Multi-tasking

Self-starter

Travel willingness

Education

Associate degree in engineering/IT/related

10 years experience in IT/DCC ops/Field Ops/Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

PowerOn

GIS

EMS/SCADA

Job description

FirstEnergy Corp. is seeking an experienced ADMS Systems professional to manage and enhance the ADMS network model, working with DCCs, GIS, IT support, and engineering teams. The role focuses on model management, testing, and implementing enhancements for real-time power flow and distribution automation systems.

The ideal candidate will lead several projects, ensure safety, and support system updates and storm operations, with travel within the FirstEnergy footprint as needed.