FirstEnergy · 1 day ago
Transmission Metering Electrical Engineer
Akron, OH, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
2+ years expFirstEnergy is a leading energy company, and they are seeking a Transmission Metering Electrical Engineer to be part of their Transmission Metering group. The role involves owning and supporting all aspects of electric metering, managing projects, providing technical support, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Research and evaluation of emerging metering technologies and intelligent electronic devices (IED’s) and development of recommendations for implementation and support on FirstEnergy’s transmission system
Managing diverse projects, processes, and programs affecting transmission metering with minimal supervision
Providing technical support for transmission operational metering including installation, programming, maintenance, and potential replacement of metering equipment. This includes issuing and providing device configuration settings
Applying engineering skills and operational knowledge in the identification and resolution of metering problems and/or data integrity issues
Coordinating, managing, and prioritizing the repair and replacement of defective metering equipment with internal and external stakeholders
Assisting in the development of new, or modification of existing, procedures, standards, practices and/or processes related to transmission metering
Specifying field test equipment and procedures for testing/commissioning of substation metering equipment
Ensuring metering standards and practices meet regulatory standards and requirements (FERC, NERC, PJM, and state regulatory bodies.)
Serving as the subject matter expert for all aspects related to transmission metering
Staying engaged with PJM and industry peers to establish best practices, identify industry trends/issues, and the development of reporting metrics
Review of new project scopes for addition of possible metering needs and of issued meter related projects to ensure metering design is correct
Preparing technical reports and summaries, as well as preparing and making presentations when necessary
Producing results that have a direct, positive impact on the company
Working both independently and with others to achieve company goals and objectives
Meeting customer needs by providing professional and timely service
Demonstrating a solid commitment to all aspects of safety
Qualification
Required
Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET accredited institution is required
At least of 2 years of professional engineering experience required
Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to work independently on assignments that may be broad in nature involving the compilation, preparation, and analysis of various statistical/analytical data, reports, statements, studies, or projects
Ability to analyze complex problems and demonstrate good judgment in decision-making is essential
Demonstrated ability to manage diverse projects and the ability to multi-task as needed
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with departments and teams in multiple locations
Proficient with Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, Access, and Power Point
Ability to deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines
Self-motivated, self-starter, customer focused, and results oriented
Desire to continue to learn and grow, work across FirstEnergy, and deliver results
Preferred
A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate or Professional Engineer's (PE) License is preferred
Basic researching skills preferred
Ability to review and understand substation one-line, three-line, schematic, and wiring diagrams is preferred
Previous utility experience is desired but not required
Familiarity with the design, application, and operational characteristics of metering equipment and systems is considered a plus
Familiarity with instrument transformers (potential transformers and current transformers) is a plus
Familiarity with, and use of the real-time Energy Management System (EMS), the MV-90 billing system, Cascade, Powerbase, Unifier, CrossBow, EDOA, and/or SAP is a plus
Knowledge of the electric transmission system, North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC), and PJM standards and policies of the electric utility industry is a plus
Knowledge of electrical utility metering standards such as ANSI and IEEE is a plus
Understanding of substations and substation devices is preferred
Exposure to the use of standard electrical test equipment and methods to troubleshoot and commission electrical equipment in substations and power plants is considered a plus
Previous knowledge of VPN, TCP/IP, ModBus and/or DNP communication protocols is a plus
Previous knowledge of communications technology such as fiber, wireless, and internet is a plus
Benefits
Competitive pay plus incentive compensation
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
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.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$3.55BKey Investors
US Department of Energy
2024-11-14Grant· $50M
2023-05-01Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2018-01-22Post Ipo Equity· $2.5B
Leadership Team
Charles E. Jones
President and Chief Executive Officer Member
John Somerhalder
Interim President and Chief Executive Officer
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