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FirstEnergy · 2 days ago

Layout Worker - Substation Engineering

Reading, PA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry, Mid Level

0+ years exp

FirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. The Layout Worker will assist in preparing accurate AutoCAD drawings for substations and transmission lines while supporting engineers in field and office work.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Under close supervision or direction, prepares accurate AutoCAD drawings for substations and/or transmission lines of a basic nature from marked prints and/or verbal instructions. This includes, but is not limited to: electrical layouts, AC&DC Systems, grounding, oil containment, relay and control schematics and detail wiring diagrams, conduit layouts, control building layouts, one-line diagrams, structure drawings, plan-profile drawings, wire arrangements, property drawings, route maps, and location maps. Must assist with surveying projects. Must be available for Hazard Responding

All work must be completed in a timely, proficient manner to meet project schedules

Performs other related duties for which he/she is qualified and has received proper instruction or direction

Regularly and customarily assist Engineers or Layout's of a higher grade in the performance of field and office work

Under close supervision or direction, assists an Engineer or Layout of a higher grade with minor substation and/or transmission projects and survey work, and maintenance of system diagrams and maps

Under close directive supervision prepares accurate AutoCAD drawings for substations and/or transmission lines of a basic nature from marked prints and/or verbal instructions. This includes, but is not limited to: electrical layouts, AC&DC Systems, grounding, oil containment, relay and control schematics and detail wiring diagrams, conduit layouts, control building layouts, one-line diagrams, structure drawings, plan-profile drawings from field notes, wire arrangements, property drawings, route maps, and location maps. Must assist with surveying projects. Must be available for Hazard Responding

Prepares accurate Bill of Materials for basic substation projects

All work must be completed in a timely, proficient manner to meet project schedules

Performs other related duties for which he/she is qualified and has received proper instruction or direction

Regularly and customarily assists Engineers or Layout's of a higher grade in the performance of field and office work

Qualification

AutoCADElectrical schematicsAlgebraGeometryTrigonometryPhysicsAC & DC theoryMicrosoft WordMicrosoft ExcelSafety awarenessSelf-disciplineEffective communicationTeamworkIntegrity

Required

Must be a High School graduate or possess a GED equivalency and a graduate from a Company approved AutoCAD drafting program

The successful candidate must be able to understand and apply any command in AutoCAD to create, dimension, and print models and/or drawings

Use basic CAD equipment to coordinate systems and software used with CAD programs

Be familiar with the use of drafting equipment, media and reproduction methods

Perform Dimensioning, Geometric Construction and Geometric Tolerancing

Accurately perform AutoCAD commands

Prepare electrical and electronic schematics with AutoCAD

Must have satisfactorily completed Company approved courses Algebra, Geometry, Trigonometry, Physics, AC & DC electrical theory, and Statics

An Associate degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Civil engineering will satisfy the requirements in lieu of the courses specified above

Must have completed a Company approved course(s) in Advanced AutoCAD

Must be computer literate which include a working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel

Must be familiar with Company's Safety Rules

Must have the ability to work safely, both in the office and in the field

Must develop a working knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code, Company Construction Manuals, Materials Manuals, Engineering Manuals and proper accounting

Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license

As a Layout Assistant must complete six months but not more than two years of experience as a Layout Assistant and must successfully demonstrate the skills required for a Layout Jr. classification

Must have effective oral and written communication skills to clearly, accurately and effectively exchange information with others

Must be able to meet deadlines

Must be willing and able to work: Extra and/or irregular hours as required

Must be willing and able to work: Under unusual or special working conditions and surroundings

Must be willing and able to work: According to Company engineering standards and practices

Must be willing and able to work: With highest degree of integrity and self-discipline

Must be willing and able to work: Complying with Company Standards of attire

Must be willing and able to work: Away from home base for periods of time

Must have completed six months of experience as a Layout Assistant or equivalent experience and must have demonstrated skills required for a Layout Jr

Must have thorough knowledge of Company Construction Manuals, Materials Manuals, Engineering Manuals and proper accounting

Must have thorough knowledge of the National Electrical Safety Code

As a Layout Jr. must complete six months but not more than four years of experience as a Layout Jr. and must successfully demonstrate the skills required for the Layout I classification

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