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FirstEnergy · 1 day ago

Project Engineer -

Akron, OH

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility committed to making customers' lives brighter and the environment better. The Project Engineer will be responsible for all aspects of engineering and architectural work for new construction, renovations, and additions to FirstEnergy’s portfolio of buildings and building systems, ensuring projects are completed within the approved scope, cost, and schedule.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Develop architectural and engineering design packages for facilities and facility assets for new builds, modifications or additions (electrical, mechanical, HVAC, building envelope, site work, etc.) across all Business Units from initial concept through detailed design, construction, start up and turn over

Review Project documents for clarity and completeness – examples include scope documents, performance specifications, project plan, contracts, equipment and constructions bid packages, requisitions, Bills of Material or Material Requests for Issue, Task Authorizations, and Engineering Work Requests

Perform detailed performance analysis of FirstEnergy facilities

Establish Project and contract budgets and review for adequacy and completeness. Initiate and ensure budget revisions made and documented when required

Ensure change management protocols are followed

Coordinate all phases of detail designs, specifications, procurement, and bid evaluation and award process

Provide project status reports. Recurring, standard reports and ad hoc reports that address status of scope, budget and schedule and that identifies risks and issues and outlines mitigation strategy

Obtain concurrence (or buy-in) from affected departments to support the proposed schedule and resource requirements. Review and approval of Project Plans

Establish and validate project estimates including contingency

Develop, with input of the project team, the strategic and tactical execution plan for the project

Monitor and/or report contractor resource levels

Ensure adequacy of Project Team membership and participation. Responsible for overseeing the activities of consultants and contractors assigned

Understand the terms of the contract and associated documentation of services under the contract/purchase order. Upon mobilization to the site, reviews applicable topics during Pre-Mobilization/Pre-Construction meetings

Responsible for the quality assurance and control of the Project, including identification of quality requirements, responsibility for QA program and if required, review and approval process for contractor provided procedures

Communicate Project goals, priorities and decisions to the Leadership Team

Ensure Project challenge meetings, peer reviews and assessments are performed

Develop and update Project schedule

Identify and notify the Project Team of additional resources or requirements necessary to meet the Project scope or schedule

Document design and field revisions

Ensure Project close-out and lessons-learned reviews are completed. Participate in audit of completed projects to evaluate whether identified objectives and benefits have been realized

Perform detailed performance analysis of FirstEnergy facilities

Provide technical support to operations groups as required

Develop and maintain FirstEnergy engineering specifications incorporating current technology and practices

Maintain a high level of safety commitment throughout day-to-day functions

Qualification

Bachelor of Science in EngineeringProject management skillsProfessional engineer certificationBuilding operating systemsProject Management toolsMicrosoft Office proficiencyAutoCAD experienceArchitecturalEngineering drawingsCodesStandardsAnalysis of building systemsWrittenAnalytical abilityInterpersonal skillsVerbal communicationTeam playerPositive attitude

Required

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution is required

Strong project management skills are required with a demonstrated ability to develop, manage and control multiple projects and tasks

Strong organizational skills with the ability to multi task, prioritize and meet deadlines

Ability to read, interpret and understand facilities architectural and engineering drawings

Possess a working knowledge of codes and standards

Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change, process management and process improvement

Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills and strong analytical ability to resolve complex technical issues are required

Successful candidate must be a team player and possess a willingness to work in a team environment with an ability to work cross functionally

Positive attitude and proactive behavior

Must be willing to travel to assigned project locations throughout the FirstEnergy service territory

Preferred

Professional engineer certification a plus

Minimum of 0 to 3 years' professional work experience required with project design/management experience preferred

Working knowledge of building operating systems, health and safety issues, architectural and engineering disciplines, financial objectives, construction practices, construction documentation and industry related information technology preferred

Detailed Project Controls experience is a plus

Experience with Project Management tools such as Primavera, MS Project, etc., with related Scheduling/Resource Planning expertise is a plus

Proficiency in engineering economics and budgeting preferred

Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Project Scheduler and AutoCAD experience preferred

Experience in the design and analysis of building systems preferred

In-depth knowledge of architectural, electrical, mechanical and energy management standards preferred

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

Company

FirstEnergy

Glassdoor3.6

We are a forward-thinking electric utility centered on integrity, powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers’ lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

Founded in 1997

Akron, Ohio, USA

10001+ employees