FirstEnergy · 1 day ago
Transmission Protection Engineer
Greensburg, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expFirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility dedicated to integrity, safety, and operational excellence. The Transmission Protection Engineer is responsible for performing relay protection functions across FirstEnergy's transmission and sub-transmission systems to ensure reliable operation and compliance with various standards.
Clean EnergyEnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Providing technical support and guidance to develop transmission and sub-transmission infrastructure projects, plans and capital budgets to maintain the reliability and integrity of the FE transmission protection system
Developing protective relay design specifications for transmission line and substation projects for use by Design Engineers in developing construction implementation packages. This includes specifying the types of protection schemes to be employed including specific details on relay models and communication architecture, instrument transformer selection, input and output contact assignments, etc
Performing timely completion of modeling of the transmission system for short circuit calculation, relay modeling and coordination, breaker duty calculations and fault locating ensuring compliance with NERC, RF and FE protection criteria
Developing relay settings for new and existing protection schemes. This involves performing relay setting coordination studies through the use of "time-current coordination" curves, "resistance-reactance" (R-X) diagrams, and step-distance diagrams, as well as the utilization of the short circuit, one-line, coordination graphics, relay checking and system simulator modules of the CAPE (Computer Assisted Protection Engineering) software program
Participating in the peer review, electronic issuance, as-left verification and retention of all protection settings through the use of the company's setting management system - PowerBase
Performing timely analysis of automatic trippings of the transmission and sub-transmission systems. Gathering and analyzing SCADA alarm data, relay targets, digital fault recorder and relay event records and documents the findings in the ED Outage Analysis (EDOA) system. Following up on incorrect operations with work requests and corrective action plans to field personnel. Documenting findings and status of corrective action plans periodically to FE management and RFC
Performing studies related to new load and generation interconnection facilities attaching to the assigned area
Performing transmission protection activities with the FE operating companies (distribution), other utilities, nonutility generation, the Regional Transmission Organization, and Reliability Councils
Following established procedures and retaining evidence to support compliance with the various NERC Protection and Control (PRC) Reliability Standards
Providing staff assistance to management and higher levels of professionals, as needed
Conducting technical research; Compiling and analyzing moderately complex data; Solving practical problems
Preparing technical reports and summaries; Making presentations when necessary
Demonstrating a solid commitment to all aspects of safety
Meeting customer needs by providing sound service and responsiveness
Exercising sound decision making by developing alternatives and recommendations to technical work processes
Supporting FE storm restoration processes including performing assigned field storm roles during significant system disturbances
Qualification
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
Minimum of 2 years of Engineering experience is required
Demonstrated abilities of effective analytical and reasoning capabilities, refined oral and written communication skills, including ability to effectively structure and confidently present information to peers and leadership
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
Effectively work both independently and in unison with fellow team members
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Business applications including Outlook, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, OneNote and Teams
Basic researching skills required
Ability to read and effectively interpret electrical single lines, three lines, schematics, wiring diagrams, relay functional diagrams, etc. from a variety of sources
Desire to continue to learn and grow, work across FirstEnergy, and deliver results
Ability to deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines
Self-motivated and a self-starter, customer focused, and results oriented
Travel, as required. Travel is typically less than 5% of time and seldom involves an overnight stay
Must live within a 60 minute commute of assigned work location
Preferred
A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred
Experience with Schweitzer Engineering Laboratory acSELerator QuickSet(SEL-5030), Siemens PSS CAPE, Doble PowerBase, Ruggedcom Crossbow, Ametek Display Station, Softstuf Wavewin and Sun-Net iTOA software considered a plus
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
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
Recent News
2026-01-09
2025-12-19
2025-12-17
Company data provided by crunchbase