Manager, Engineering Services (LTIIP Design) - Reading, PA

FirstEnergy • Reading, PA

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About The Position

This is an open position with the FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.
The Manager, Engineering Services (LTIIP Design) oversees and directs Utility Operations Engineering Services activities for the distribution function, focusing on Long Term Infrastructure Improvement Plan (LTIIP) Engineering Design for FirstEnergy Pennsylvania (FE PA).
This position can be located at any service center within the Met-Ed service territory.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or other technical discipline, or Professional Engineer’s (PE) License is required.
• Minimum 7 years’ relevant work experience is required. Relevant work experience includes engineering design, reliability, system planning, substation construction and maintenance, distribution construction and maintenance, right of way acquisition, asset management, new business, joint use, etc.
• Demonstrated leadership experience required.
• Thorough understanding of electrical utility distribution system design
• Working knowledge of Construction and Material Standards and FE Distribution Policies and Procedures.
• Knowledge of information systems such as Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word.
• Knowledge of the National Electric Safety Code.
• Self-motivated and capable of communicating, motivating, and driving the team toward positive change and improvement.
• Exceptional relationship management, leadership, teamwork, and managerial skills.
• Superior customer relations skills and strong written/oral communication skills to make clear, accurate and concise written and/or verbal reports.
• Able to adapt communication skills to all audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and the ability to lead others in achieving goals for the benefit of the business unit and FirstEnergy.
• Able to make accurate decisions.
• Demonstrated sound judgment.

Nice To Haves

• Professional engineering (PE) certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining a prominent level of safety commitment throughout day-to-day LTIIP design functions.
• Ensuring timely and cost-effective completion of LTIIP designs to facilitate meeting of annual LTIIP construction schedules and in-servicing requirements
• Creating an environment of accountability and a sense of urgency for meeting agreed-upon LTIIP design expectations and deadlines with internal and external stakeholders.
• Overseeing complex engineering analysis and problem solving in relation to the LTIIP design function (including resolution of required permits, easements, and environmental reviews).
• Supporting capital portfolio with timely LTIIP design estimates and plans.
• Engaging design employees and contractors to establish and achieve scheduled milestones and appropriate benchmarking measures for safety, financial performance, and operational excellence.
• Driving LTIIP design continuous improvement across the business unit and FE PA.
• Leading efforts that increase LTIIP design productivity and goal accomplishment across business unit.
• Identifying, troubleshooting, and resolving LTIIP design problems on projects and/or processes before they become significant issues.
• Ensuring environmental stewardship and compliance with LTIIP designs.
• Encouraging open, honest, direct, and ongoing conversation across utility operations groups and corporate support groups regarding LTIIP design progress.
• Supporting the views and policies of the company and providing LTIIP design strategic direction to employees and contractors.
• Growing a culture of inclusion where diverse input is encouraged.
• Reinforcing team dedication to social responsibility through community involvement.
• Supporting the FirstEnergy hazard and damage assessment storm processes, including performing the duties of Situation Unit Leader as needed.

Benefits

• 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

What This Job Offers

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