Electrical Engineer, Models & Studies

FirstEnergy • Akron, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [FEU Primary 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.

Requirements

• 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.
• Proficiency with industry modeling tools such as GE PSLF, PSS®E, PSAT/VSAT, PowerGEM TARA, and familiarity with Model On Demand (MOD).
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.
• Prior experience with MOD is preferred.
• Strong Excel skills; basic programming or scripting experience (e.g., Python) preferred.

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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level