Equipment Engineer III/IV

FirstEnergy; Reading (IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

FirstEnergy in Reading, IL seeks an Engineer III/IV to support relay testing systems, provide field training, and oversee substation maintenance documentation. The role involves working with protection equipment, ensuring compliance with NERC PRC-005 and PRC-012, and supporting CIP field visits.

Ideal candidates have a BSEE/BSCE/BSME from ABET and 3+ years of engineering experience; FE certification is preferred. Willingness to travel and mentor staff is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering from ABET-accredited school.
• FE Certificate preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Relay testing system support and field personnel training.
• Field support for maintenance activities and documentation of protection systems.
• Assist with NERC PRC-005/PRC-012 documentation and compliance.

Education

ABET-accredited degree (Electrical/Civil/Mechanical Engineering)

FE Certificate (preferred)

Tools

SEL protection equipment

Doble RTS/Enoserv

Substation data analysis

Job description

Responsibilities include:

• Relay Testing System support

  • Provide technical support to field personnel for the use of the relay test software
  • Developing, Testing, and Issuing Relay Test Routines
  • Provide training to field personnel on the use of the relay test software

• Field support and oversight of maintenance activities and documentation

  • Assisting field personnel with testing methods and documentation for protection systems, including relays, communications equipment, trip coils, DC systems, control circuitry, sensing devices, and Sudden Pressure Relays (SPRs)
  • Perform regular substation asset field walkdowns to verify asset inventories after construction project completion
  • Commissioning record reviews
  • Review and follow up on maintenance orders programmatically flagged for equipment issues or incomplete documentation.
  • Assistance with CIP field visits for outside vendors
  • Assist in the annual onsite CIP cyber vulnerability assessments

• Provide technical support to the substation groups for regulatory commitments, specifically NERC requirements PRC-005, PRC-012, and state requirements. Including:

  • Assist field personnel with NERC PRC-005 documentation requirements
  • Provide ad-hoc training to new personnel on NERC compliance responsibilities

• Assisting in the education of others on technical subject matters and in the improvement of technical programs and process effectiveness

• Assist in the development or modification of FirstEnergy Substation Maintenance Practices
• Maintaining a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based upon knowledge of potential hazards and industry regulations/requirements

• Supporting the emergency plan through participation in assigned storm duties including hazard responding.

• Ability to work both independently and in unison with others including regional and plant personnel as well as other departments/sections and outside vendors.

• Willingness to travel throughout the FirstEnergy system including periodic overnight stays.

An employee hired at the Engineer IV level will be expected to perform all of the above responsibilities with more proficiency, and in a more independent manner. Further, the Engineer IV level employee will be assigned additional responsibilities related to those above.

Qualifications at the Engineer III level include:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) 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.
• A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 (three) years of Engineering experience is required.
• Proficiency / comfort working with large amounts of data preferred
• Strong consideration will be given to those with previous experience in the design, maintenance or testing of substation equipment. Also, familiarity with the understanding, application, and communication of microprocessor-based protection and control equipment is considered beneficial. Experience with SEL products and software, Doble (Enoserv) RTS, and other Doble testing programs is also beneficial.
• Commitment to FirstEnergy’s Safety Policies and the Accident Prevention Handbook.
• Understanding of FirstEnergy’s Manual of Operations, preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.
• Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines, unexpected developments, changes in project scope, budget constraints, unforeseen field problems and demands on time for work assignments outside of the normal duties.
• Demonstrate a questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships.
• A willingness and an aptitude for training and mentoring technicians and other members of the technical engineering staff.
• Developed analytical and technical abilities, with a strong mechanical aptitude.
• Must have strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with people at all levels across the FE organization as well as with outside parties.
• Model active learning.
• Must be capable of driving projects and tasks to completion.
• Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications at the Engineer IV level include all the above plus:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) 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.
• A Fundamentals of Engineering (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.

FirstEnergy Human Resources Team