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FirstEnergy · 6 days ago

Engineer - OT Advanced Applications

Greensburg, PA

Full-time

Hybrid

Mid Level

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. The Engineer - OT Advanced Applications will provide maintenance and support for network application tools and ensure the operational reliability of SCADA and real-time network analysis tools.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Providing primary maintenance and support of the EMS and DMS network application toolset (network model, state estimator, powerflow, and contingency analysis)

Understanding the business functions to provide optimal solutions that are scalable, reliable, and cost effective

Providing technical leadership and support for the advanced power system applications

Managing & testing software, software configurations, and providing system database support; maintaining integrations and interfaces between systems

Managing schedules and coordinating modeling changes following established department procedures

Providing engineering technical expertise to ensure the operational reliability of SCADA and real-time network analysis tools

Maintaining the dispatcher training simulators

Maintaining the ICCP database for real-time data exchange with FE’s regional Transmission Operator, PJM

Acting as a liaison between OT, operations, and engineering functions

Supporting the development and maintenance of wide-area visualization operator tools

Assisting in the creation of system documentation, version release notes, and training material. Conducting presentations and training as needed

Developing a solid understanding of processes in FirstEnergy’s Power Delivery line of business, keeping up with developments in the electric utility industry at large, and being able to speak the language of the business

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringSCADA experiencePower flow simulationSQL programmingData communicationsMicrosoft OfficeAnalytical skillsInterpersonal skillsDetail-oriented

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET accredited institution is required

Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer's (PE) License; (2) a Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program

Solid computer skills with competency in Microsoft Office products (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

Computer programming ability (including SQL) considered a plus

Excellent oral and written communication skills, and strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with people at all levels and with varying backgrounds

Detail-oriented, accurate, and able to understand and interpret complex technical information

Demonstrated ability to effectively prioritize and plan work, work on multiple concurrent tasks, and meet deadlines

Ability and willingness to work flexible hours and be available for call-in and after-hours support (7x24 operations) as needed

Preferred

Familiarity with relevant utility operations (transmission, distribution, generation)

Familiarity with power flow and other engineering simulation software

Previous SCADA and/or engineering experience

Demonstrated analytical skills to effectively resolve technical problems

Data communications and networking skills/knowledge

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

Company

FirstEnergy

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Founded in 1997