Distribution Lines Designer - Martinsburg, WV

FirstEnergy; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Robust Career Development Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid time off to perform volunteer work (VTO)

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Job summary

FirstEnergy is seeking a Distribution Lines Designer for the Martinsburg Service Center, tasked with the design of construction and relocation work for the Distribution function of the Company. The ideal candidate will manage projects, leverage customer service, and ensure compliance with engineering practices and regulatory requirements.

This on-site role at Martinsburg, West Virginia offers a supportive environment with a focus on career growth, and features a flexible schedule with opportunities for community involvement and volunteer work.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree or equivalent with related work experience required.
• Pass the EEI Technician Occupations Selection System employment test.
• Willing to seek guidance and advice.

Responsibilities

• Design construction for Distribution function.
• Collaborate with customers for easements.
• Provide assistance during emergencies.

Skills

Strong communication ability

Self-motivated

Knowledge of design practices

Ability to interpret complex information

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Education

Associate Degree in a technical discipline or High School with 2-6 years related experience

Tools

SAP

CREWS

Graphic Work Design (DDS)

Job description

FirstEnergy at a Glance

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

Job Description

FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy includes one of the nation's largest investor‑owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid‑Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

About The Opportunity

This is an open position with Potomac Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.

The Distribution Lines Designer is responsible for the designed construction, relocation, and new business work for the Distribution function of the Company. The Distribution Designer leverages customer service, software use, and learned expertise in design standards and regulatory requirements. This individual acts as a regular point of contact for internal and external customers through the lifetime of various projects and tasks.

Workplace culture includes a supportive environment focused on career growth and development. Expect a high‑energy team with a balance of field and desk work, as well as flexible scheduling that allows for community involvement. The team supports the mission of providing best‑in‑class service to internal and external customers and partnering with key stakeholders to find least‑cost and environmentally sound solutions for required construction work.

This position is on site at the Martinsburg Service Center in Martinsburg, West Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrating and directing a solid commitment to all aspects of safety.
• Utilizing FirstEnergy construction standards and engineering practices to complete single‑ and 3‑phase overhead and underground designs to serve residential, commercial, and industrial requests.
• Supporting job progress through customer contacts, field work, job packages, and job closeout functions including material review and paperwork verification.
• Facilitating billing functions for line extension and applicable relocation work, including billing recommendations in non‑routine scenarios.
• Facilitating completion of outage management system (OMS) follow‑up requests, inspection and maintenance repairs, streetlight installation and replacement, claims, Transmission priority repairs, aerial patrol findings, and Job & Contracting (J&C) projects.
• Acquiring permits related to railroad, Department of Transportation, and municipality road right‑of‑way.
• Collaborating with customers to secure and document easements for line extensions and highway relocation work.
• Updating and maintaining compliant records to support technical reports, metrics, and information systems.
• Travelling to various off‑site locations as required, including FirstEnergy offices, training facilities, and customer sites.
• Providing ongoing assistance during emergencies and storm‑related activities.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in a technical discipline is required.
• OR High School or equivalent and minimum 2 to 6 years related work experience is required. Related work experience includes utility design and knowledge of design practices, procedures, and methods used in construction.
• Pass the Edison Electric Institute (EEI) Technician Occupations Selection System (TECH) employment test.
• Strong communication ability to guide decision‑making or consensus, negotiate acceptable outcomes, and diffuse challenging situations.
• Willing to seek guidance and advice to fill gaps in understanding.
• Self‑motivated and able to manage shifting priorities.
• Able to interpret complex written and visual information, such as procedures, manuals, drawings, and schematics.
• Able to gain working familiarity with standards, codes, regulations, electrical systems, construction methods, equipment, and safety requirements, including practical applications.
• Able to gain proficiency in software applications including Microsoft Office, SAP, customer request work scheduling (CREWS), outage management system (OMS), and graphic work design (DDS).
• Willing to participate regularly in emergency and storm‑related activities, including the ability to work additional hours and/or modified schedules when necessary.
• Possess a valid driver’s license and have access to personal vehicle to commute to various facilities and locations as required.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

• Flexible schedule
• Robust Career Development Program
• Overtime opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid time off to perform volunteer work (VTO)
• HealthyLiving Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Active Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)

Position Classification

Non‑exempt

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.