FirstEnergy · 1 day ago
Transmission Specialist IV
Akron, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$111K/yr - $157K/yr
7+ years expFirstEnergy is a forward-thinking electric utility dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability, and operational excellence. The Transmission Specialist IV role involves supporting NERC PRC-005 Maintenance Program and substation maintenance practices, collaborating with teams on regulatory compliance, and managing technical documentation and audits.
EnergyRenewable EnergyInformation TechnologyClean EnergyEnergy EfficiencyInformation Services
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collaborating with internal staff, supervisors, and managers in PRC-005 related initiatives, meetings and discussions
Reviewing and following up on maintenance orders to identify equipment issues or incomplete documentation
Coordinating, facilitating, and managing PRC-005 related meetings, action items and presentations
Performing data analysis and risk reviews to support PRC-005 related controls as well as assisting in the development of new controls as required
Supporting regulatory investigations including developing, drafting, reviewing, and tracking self-report documentation and associated mitigations plans
Evaluating maintenance deferrals for compliance implications
Supporting PRC-005 audit preparation, execution and follow up as needed
Managing substation practices and other technical documents including tracking current and future practice revisions to align with the 3-year plan
Actively seek formal and informal learning opportunities to better understand departmental processes and procedures
Supporting the emergency plan through participation in assigned storm duties, including hazard responding
Creating an environment of accountability and a sense of urgency for meeting agreed-upon expectations/deadlines
Maintaining a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based upon knowledge of exposures, industry regulations, and operating experiences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering, Engineering Technology or equivalent is preferred OR closely related degree from an ABET accredited institution with a minimum of 7 years of related experience required
In lieu of a degree, minimum of 10 years related experience required. Related experience may include regulatory compliance, utility experience, substation maintenance, protective relay experience, system planning, distribution technician, distribution/transmission planning and scheduling
Ability to develop effective working relationships with employees at all levels of FirstEnergy Corp
Superior written and verbal communication skills; Ability to effectively present complex subject matter to all levels of management and to outside stakeholders
Demonstrate a questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships
Model active learning through continuing to develop breadth of knowledge, skills, and perspective
Developing as a subject matter expert
Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines
Must possess a safety culture and maintain a safe work environment for co-workers and the public
Minimal travel to company locations (may include overnight travel)
Valid driver's license and have access to reliable transportation
Preferred
Previous technical writing experience
Experience in leading projects, process/project development, planning/analysis, and performance reporting
A working knowledge of electrical engineering, transmission substation equipment, transmission system protection and transmission system operations
A general knowledge of regulatory requirements from both state and federal agencies that impact the design, maintenance and operations of transmission and distribution substations
Knowledge of general compliance documentation and audit procedures as well as Regulatory audit processes
Ability to effectively lead multi-discipline team initiatives from initiation to completion within expected deliverable timelines
Specialist IVs are expected to have a strong aptitude for mentoring
Familiarity with any or all is preferred: EMS / Cascade / PowerBase / RTS / iTOA (Outage Application) / Coupa / PowerBI / reading substation prints/schematics
Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office)
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
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