Engineer - Distribution Portfolio (PA)

FirstEnergy • PA, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering exam considered a plus.
• Computer programming ability (including SQL) considered a plus.

Responsibilities

• Working safely in a variety of electric utility settings and following the Accident Prevention Handbook (APH) work practices.
• Using 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.
• Providing prompt technical support and analysis to the Distribution Control Center (DCC) during major customer outage events.
• Performing reliability analysis studies, querying reliability data, and preparing detailed internal and external reports for management.
• Investigating and answering 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.

Benefits

• competitive pay plus incentive compensation
• 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

What This Job Offers

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