Engineer - Distribution Portfolio (PA)

FirstEnergy; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

competitive pay

pension plan

401(k) matching

medical, prescription, dental, vision,

tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FirstEnergy is seeking an engineer to manage and optimize the Pennsylvania capital portfolio, supporting Operations and Engineering and ensuring projects stay on time and budget. The role is onsite within the Pennsylvania service territory and requires strong analytical and communication skills.

The candidate will perform reliability studies, respond to internal inquiries, and assist with storm response and data-quality training. A PE license or ABET-based degree is valued, with travel as needed.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering or Engineering Technology required.
• PE license or higher degree with ABET background is a plus.
• 0–5 years engineering experience; FE may consider candidates with varying levels.

Responsibilities

• Perform reliability analyses and generate internal/external reports.
• Investigate service quality and reliability inquiries.
• Analyze distribution impacts of programs and projects.
• Prepare cost estimates, schedules, and justifications for system improvements.
• Support data quality, outage reporting and reliability analyses.

Skills

Engineering knowledge

Data analysis

CAD

GIS

SQL

Microsoft Office

Driver's license

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Engineering

PE License or advanced engineering degree

Tools

CYME

Load Forecasting Data Management System

GIS software

PI ProcessBook

Energy Management System

PowerOn

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 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.

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 the FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.

This engineer is a member of the Pennsylvania Capital Portfolio team who develops and manages the portfolio of capital projects for the Pennsylvania operating companies, assists Operations and Engineering staff with ad hoc requests, and aids in keeping the capital portfolio on time and budget.

This onsite position can report to any location within the FirstEnergy Pennsylvania service territory based on space availability.

Responsibilities Include

• Working safely in a variety of electric utility settings and following the Accident Prevention Handbook (APH) work practices.
• Performing reliability analysis studies, querying reliability data, and preparing detailed internal and external reports for management.
• Investigating and answering internal customer inquiries regarding service quality and reliability.
• Analyzing potential distribution impacts of transmission and subtransmission programs, processes, and/or projects.
• Preparing cost estimates, schedules, and justification for system improvement projects.
• Assisting with required training programs pertaining to data quality, outage reporting, and reliability analysis.
• Investigating and reporting on operational events.
• Providing a high level of service, continuous support, and proactive involvement regarding technical subject matter to leadership and peers.
• Performing and/or providing technical support to complete power quality studies as needed.
• Supporting storm response as a storm analyst, hazard dispatcher, or as assigned.
• Working overtime to support storm efforts or other special projects as business needs require.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering / Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are:
• (1) a Professional Engineer’s (PE) License
• (2) a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor’s program.
• Minimum 0 - 5 engineering work experience is required.
• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam considered a plus.
• Understanding of electrical engineering and utility power system concepts with ability to learn new, complex electrical topics quickly.
• Possess strong knowledge, maturity, and decision-making skills regarding electrical problems and analyzing complex information.
• Able to analyze data, write technical reports, develop work packages to implement recommendations and the ability to handle multiple assignments.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on understandable and clear technical writing and presentation skills.
• Solid computer skills with competency in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel and PowerPoint), along with a working knowledge of CAD and GIS software systems.
• Use of standard planning and protection tools, including CYME (Distribution Power System Analysis and Protective Device Coordination), Load Forecasting Data Management System, Geographic Information System (GIS), PI ProcessBook, Energy Management System, and PowerOn to develop solutions to capacity and reliability issues considered a plus.
• Computer programming ability (including SQL) considered a plus.
• Self-motivated and a self-starter, customer focused, results oriented and a team player.
• Possess and maintain a valid state-issued driver's license.
• Willing to travel throughout the service territory, and willing to work extra and/or irregular hours.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

• competitive pay plus incentive compensation
• a company-sponsored pension plan
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
• a choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs
• skills development training with tuition reimbursement

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.

Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

Position Classification

Exempt

FirstEnergy Human Resources Team