Reliability Engineer – Power Distribution & Grid Modernization

Socket.dev; Fairmont (WV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive pay

Pension plan

401(k) matching

Insurance package

Tuition reimbursement

Workforce diversity

Job summary

FirstEnergy seeks a Planning & Protection Engineer to ensure reliable distribution in West Virginia, reporting to Mon Power HQ in Fairmont, with flexibility for other WV centers.

The role covers data analysis, infrastructure planning, and cross-team collaboration to meet safety and reliability targets, while supporting regulatory reporting and storm operations. ABET degree and optional PE or advanced degree strengthen candidacy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s of Science degree in Engineering / Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution is required
• Minimum 0 - 5 engineering work experience is required
• Fundamentals of Engineering exam is a plus
• Experience with electrical systems, operations, and maintenance practices is desired
• Knowledge of NESC and NEC is current
• Ability to analyze data and write technical reports across functional boundaries
• Strong decision-making, self-motivation, and customer-focused mindset
• Willingness to travel and work extra/irregular hours

Responsibilities

• Assessing and improving the reliability performance of West Virginia distribution systems
• Developing and maintaining long-term infrastructure and reliability plans
• Preparing reliability performance and regulatory reports
• Developing and overseeing budgets for distribution system projects
• Supporting customer inquiries and power quality studies
• Monitoring field equipment and regulatory compliance
• Providing technical information to the Distribution Control Center
• Assisting in storm process as needed
• Collaborating across teams to ensure safe and efficient operation

Skills

Electrical engineering knowledge

NESC/NEC knowledge

Data analysis

Technical report writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Self-motivated

Driver's license

Willing to travel

Decision-making

Problem solving

Education

ABET-accredited engineering degree

PE license alternative

Advanced degree (non-ABET)

Job description

FirstEnergy seeks a Planning & Protection Engineer to ensure reliable distribution in West Virginia, reporting to Mon Power HQ in Fairmont, with flexibility for other WV centers.

The role covers data analysis, infrastructure planning, and cross-team collaboration to meet safety and reliability targets, while supporting regulatory reporting and storm operations. ABET degree and optional PE or advanced degree strengthen candidacy.