Electrical Engineer, Models & Studies

FirstEnergy; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstEnergy seeks an experienced engineer for a role focused on maintaining and updating system load-flow models. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering and at least 5 years of engineering experience.

The position involves collaboration across various teams to ensure system reliability and compliance with regulatory standards. Strong analytical and Excel skills are essential, along with familiarity with modeling tools like Model On Demand.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of Engineering experience with a BS in Engineering.
• Experience supporting compliance activities and preparing technical documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update load-flow models for control areas.
• Incorporate new facilities and forecast system conditions.
• Prepare and maintain steady state contingency files for the system.

Skills

Industry modeling tools (GE PSLF, PSS®E, etc.)

Strong analytical skills

Proficiency in Excel

Basic programming or scripting (Python)

Education

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate

Tools

Model On Demand (MOD)

PowerGEM TARA

Job description

Weareaforward-thinkingelectricutilitypowered byadiverse teamofemployees committed tomakingcustomers' lives brighter,the environment better and our communities stronger.

FirstEnergy(NYSE:FE) is dedicated tointegrity, safety, reliabilityand operational excellence. Headquarteredin Akron,Ohio,FirstEnergy includes one ofthenation's largest investor-ownedelectric systems, morethan 24,000miles of transmissionlines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlanticregions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

Onsite - Akron OH, Greensburg PA, Reading PA, Fairmont WV

Internal posting expires 6/18

About the Opportunity

ThisisanopenpositionwithFirstEnergyServiceCo.,asubsidiary ofFirstEnergyCorp.[FEUPrimary reporting locations are Akron, Ohio.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update FirstEnergy steady-state load ‑ flow models, with primary responsibility for one of FirstEnergy ’ s three control areas.
• Incorporate newly in ‑ service facilities and forecast future system conditions.
• Prepare, review, and maintain steady state contingency (CON) files for the FirstEnergy system.
• Support power system modeling activities using Model On Demand (MOD) software.
• Provide accurate supporting data for internal and external compliance activities, audits, and regulatory submissions.
• Develop and recommend generator voltage schedules to Transmission Operations in support of reliable and efficient system performance.
• Collaborate closely with Transmission Planning, Operations, Circuit Ratings, Short Circuit Impedances, Forecasting, and FirstEnergy Operating Companies to gather data and accurately model anticipated system conditions.
• Respond to data and modeling requests from internal and external stakeholders in a timely and accurate manner.

Compare and validate system data across multiple information sources to identify and correct model errors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer’s (PE) License (2) a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution (3) a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor’s program. Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• AFundamentalsofEngineering (FE)Certificate is preferred.
• Minimum of 5 (five) years of Engineering experience is required with a BS in Engineering or minimum of 7 (seven) years of Engineering experience is required with a BS in Engineering Technology.
• Proficiency with industry modeling tools such as GE PSLF, PSS®E, PSAT/VSAT, PowerGEM TARA, and familiarity with Model On Demand (MOD).
• Prior experience with MOD is preferred.
• Strong Excel skills; basic programming or scripting experience (e.g., Python) preferred.
• Ability to work with multiple databases to enter, extract, and validate system data.
• Experience supporting compliance activities and preparing technical documentation.
• Strong analytical, problem ‑ solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively across Transmission Planning, Operations, and external stakeholders.
• Highly organized, detail ‑ oriented, and able to handle multiple priorities accurately and efficiently.

Exempt

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