DER Interconnection Tech for Power Grid Programs

FirstEnergy; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 60,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstEnergy is seeking a Program Technician - Distributed Energy Resources (DER) to support interconnection processes for the Distribution function. The role can be based at any available FirstEnergy Pennsylvania service center and requires collaboration with engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders.

The position emphasizes safety, regulatory reporting, and coordination with PJM for wholesale interconnection projects, with extensive data management responsibilities and travel as

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or 3 years related work experience required.
• Knowledge of NESC and NEC, and company safety manuals.
• Ability to balance priorities and work with engineers and customers.
• Strong communication and PC software skills.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrating and directing a solid commitment to all aspects of safety.
• Managing the interconnection mailboxes, including generating FirstEnergy queue numbers for retail net metering interconnection applications, analyzing and responding to customer inquiries, processing application checks, and filing/logging information.
• Assessing and processing Level 1 & 2 retail net metering interconnection applications including: Reviewing applications for any inadequate information; Technical review of customer generator’s ensuring they meet all FE requirements; Creating work requests and working with the design team for upgrades; Filing and logging correspondence and documents.
• Assisting Project Managers and Planning Engineers on level 2, 3, and 4 retail interconnection applications; May include reviewing applications for any inadequate information; Technical review of customer generator’s ensuring they meet all FE requirements.
• Providing support and attending PJM kickoff calls for wholesale interconnection projects connecting to the distribution system; Compiling data to assist regulatory reporting with DOE and PA PUC submittals; Travelling to FirstEnergy locations for emergencies, storms, and training.

Skills

DER process knowledge

Interconnection coordination

Safety compliance

Customer communication

PC software proficiency

Driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology or related discipline OR 3 years related work experience

Tools

SAP

ESRI GIS

CREWS

OMA/FLEX

CAD/AutoCAD

Job description

FirstEnergy is seeking a Program Technician - Distributed Energy Resources (DER) to support interconnection processes for the Distribution function. The role can be based at any available FirstEnergy Pennsylvania service center and requires collaboration with engineers, project managers, and external stakeholders.

The position emphasizes safety, regulatory reporting, and coordination with PJM for wholesale interconnection projects, with extensive data management responsibilities and travel as