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FirstEnergy · 21 hours ago

Transmission & Substation Services Engineer

Reading, PA, United States

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

FirstEnergy Service Co. is seeking a Transmission & Substation Services Engineer to provide field engineering services and technical support for the maintenance, construction, testing, and commissioning of substation equipment. The role involves significant outdoor work at various substation facilities and includes responsibilities such as commissioning new equipment, providing technical support, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations.

Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services

No H1B

Responsibilities

Maintaining a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based upon developing knowledge of potential hazards, industry regulations/requirements and company practices

Commissioning new transmission substation equipment prior to it being released to transmission operations

Developing check-out guides, review and approving test results and isolation plans, and developing energization plans to minimize system risk

Providing limited field design services to correct minor design problems encountered during the implementation of substation capital projects

Providing onsite technical support to regional substation services employees during preventive and corrective maintenance activities

Applying engineering skills and operational knowledge in the identification and resolution of technical problems while in the field during the installation phase, testing phase, and during the design life of the substation equipment. This includes challenging and validating design approaches when necessary

Assisting in the development of new or in the modification of existing maintenance practices to address changing technology, new equipment types, improved test and diagnostic methods, regulatory changes, etc

Auditing preventive and corrective maintenance paperwork and test results to verify technical adequacy and regulatory completeness

Providing emergency technical support following substation equipment failures to support customer restoration and system reinforcement. This includes developing field modifications and commissioning the installation of mobilesubstations

Supporting the emergency plan through participation in assigned storm duties including hazard responding

Ability to work both independently and in unison with others including regional and plant personnel as well as other departments/sections and outside vendors

Communicating across multi-disciplined teams to include electrical contractors, customers, FirstEnergy regional switchmen/technicians, transmission operations, design engineering, planning/protection and project management to ensure successful and timely project completion

Assisting in performing Apparent Cause and Root Cause analyses, including formally documenting findings through the preparation of technical reports and presentations

Assisting in the education of others on technical subject matters and in the improvement of technical programs and process effectiveness

Maintaining a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based upon a developing knowledge of potential hazards, industry regulations/requirements and company practices

Supporting the development of corporate programs and policies; assist others tasked with leading organizational change

Assisting senior technical staff in developing solutions to complex technical assignments

Supporting FE Utilities Operations and Maintenance staffs in reaching goals and meeting deadlines

Producing results that have a direct, positive impact on the Company

Consistently anticipating customer needs and deliver high quality results

Willingness to travel throughout the FirstEnergy system including occasional overnight stays when necessary

Qualification

Electrical EngineeringSubstation Equipment MaintenanceTechnical SupportFundamentals of Engineering LicenseSEL Products ExperienceMicroprocessor Protection EquipmentMechanical AptitudeAnalytical AbilitiesCommunication SkillsProject ManagementMentoring Skills

Required

Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSME) from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer's (PE) License (2) a Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program

Minimum of 2 (two) years of Engineering experience is required

Strong consideration will be given to those with previous experience in the design, maintenance or testing of substation equipment

Familiarity with the understanding, application, and communication of microprocessor based protection and control equipment is a plus

Superior written and verbal communication skills

Commitment to FirstEnergy's Safety Policies and the Accident Prevention Handbook

Understanding of FirstEnergy's Manual of Operations

Ability to participate in afterhours (e.g. evening, weekend and holidays) callouts to provide onsite technical and operational guidance in support of system emergencies

Ability to lead by example

Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines, unexpected developments, changes in project scope, budget constraints, unforeseen field problems and demands on time for work assignments outside of the normal duties

Demonstrate a questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships

Strong mechanical aptitude

A willingness to train and mentor technicians and other members of the technical engineering staff

Developed analytical and technical abilities

Ability to develop effective working relationships with employees at all levels of FirstEnergy Corp

Must be capable of driving projects and tasks to completion by working in the field with the regional substation physical work force

Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines

Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Must live within a 45-minute commute of assigned work location

Preferred

A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) License is preferred

Experience with SEL products and software, Enoserve RTS and Doble testing

Benefits

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

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