Advanced Relay & Controls Training Instructor

FirstEnergy; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 103,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstEnergy is seeking an Advanced Relay & Controls Instructor to train regional Operations personnel and to deliver in-house relay training programs across multiple locations. The role emphasizes designing and delivering both classroom and field training, with mentorship for junior instructors and ongoing program development.

The position requires deep relay discipline knowledge, strong communication, and leadership capabilities, with extensive travel across the FirstEnergy footprint (25–50%).

Qualifications

• Associate degree in related technical/electrical/engineering discipline with 6+ years of related field experience; or 8+ years of technical knowledge from related experience.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the design, development, and implementation activities of training materials and programs.
• Delivering training in formal classroom settings as well as field settings.
• Coordinating and maintaining training facilities, equipment and hardware.
• Handling administrative duties including training documentation, reports and attendance records.
• Supporting system-wide training needs on an as-needed basis.
• Leading the design, development, and implementation activities of effective training materials and programs.
• Mentoring associates and/or instructors through observation, providing feedback and written documentation.

Skills

Training development

Instructor certification

Relay knowledge

Communication skills

Leadership

Mentoring

Blueprints interpretation

Team collaboration

Education

Associate degree in technical/electrical/engineering

Job description

FirstEnergy is seeking an Advanced Relay & Controls Instructor to train regional Operations personnel and to deliver in-house relay training programs across multiple locations. The role emphasizes designing and delivering both classroom and field training, with mentorship for junior instructors and ongoing program development.

The position requires deep relay discipline knowledge, strong communication, and leadership capabilities, with extensive travel across the FirstEnergy footprint (25–50%).