Power System Engineer (OH, PA, WV)

FirstEnergy • Akron, OH

2d • Onsite

About The Position

FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp., is hiring a Power System Engineer for onsite work in Akron, Ohio; Fairmont, West Virginia; Greensburg, Pennsylvania; or Reading, Pennsylvania. The role focuses on transmission and sub-transmission system modeling to support accurate system representation, compliance with NERC standards, and reliable operations. The position may be filled at the Engineer II, Engineer III, or Engineer IV level, with experience requirements varying by level and education pathway.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution, or an accepted alternative: a Professional Engineer's (PE) license; a bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET-accredited institution; or a bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering or a technical field from a non-ABET institution plus an advanced degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering from a university with an ABET-accredited bachelor's program.
• At least 2 years of engineering experience for Engineer II.
• At least 3 years of engineering experience for Engineer III.
• For Engineer IV, at least 5 years of engineering experience with a BS in Engineering, or at least 7 years with a BS in Engineering Technology.

Nice To Haves

• Electrical Engineering is preferred.
• A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Model short-circuit impedances for transmission and sub-transmission lines, system interconnections, substations, and transformers.
• Model line and transformer impedances, air-switch capability, and aspects of power-flow models.
• Perform transmission modeling activities with operating companies, other utilities, nonutility customer load and generation, PJM, and ReliabilityFirst.
• Discuss and resolve modeling discrepancies, questions, and compliance concerns.
• Develop and maintain applications, queries, and macros.
• Participate in industry working groups and forums to support FirstEnergy's role in transmission activities.
• Seek opportunities to increase internal and external customer satisfaction and strengthen relationships with neighboring companies, PJM, ReliabilityFirst, and NERC.
• Promote a diverse and inclusive work environment that values open exchange of ideas and innovation.

Benefits

• Competitive pay plus incentive compensation.
• Company-sponsored pension plan.
• 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution.
• 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: Mid Level