Emerging Tech Distribution Program Manager

FirstEnergy Corp; Charleston (WV); On-site; USD 100,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension plan

401(k) matching

Medical, prescription, dental, vision,

Life insurance and tuition reimburse

Job summary

FirstEnergy Corp, headquartered in Akron, OH, seeks a Distribution Program Manager to lead multi-state regulatory compliance and energy infrastructure initiatives across FE territories. The role focuses on FERC Order 2222, DER integration, storage projects, and grid modernization, coordinating with PJM and EDCs across states.

Reporting onsite at preferred Akron area location. The position requires 5+ years of utility distribution experience and strong project management, budgeting, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or related discipline with 5+ years of utility distribution experience.
• Or a High School Diploma/GED with 7+ years of utility distribution experience.
• Experience leading utility responses to evolving regulatory, policy, and market requirements including DERs, energy storage, electrification, grid modernization.
• 5 years of project management experience or the equivalent.
• Strong project management skills to develop, manage, and control multiple tasks.
• Experience with regulatory environments and/or utility programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leading implementation of FERC Order 2222 compliance activities across PJM and multiple states.
• Managing DER Interconnections program including comments, RFI responses, and compliance filings.
• Overseeing Energy Storage programs from charter development through project construction management, including RFP activities and regulatory approval processes.
• Directing cross-functional workgroups and consultant engagement for regulatory reporting teams.
• Engaging with state regulatory bodies on compliance matters and rate case support.
• Leading internal FE Working Groups and coordinating with Regional and Corporate Management on program priorities.

Skills

Project management

Regulatory knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Business/PM

High School Diploma/GED with 7+ years experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

FirstEnergy Corp, headquartered in Akron, OH, seeks a Distribution Program Manager to lead multi-state regulatory compliance and energy infrastructure initiatives across FE territories. The role focuses on FERC Order 2222, DER integration, storage projects, and grid modernization, coordinating with PJM and EDCs across states.

Reporting onsite at preferred Akron area location. The position requires 5+ years of utility distribution experience and strong project management, budgeting, and