Electrical/Planning Engineer (Remote)

This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Company, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp [FEU]. The preferred candidate(s) will have experience in Distribution Energy Resource (DER) interconnection review and/or distribution planning & protection job functions to assist with driving FirstEnergy’s DER Strategy while providing leadership and support with our rapidly evolving electrical system. Responsibilities: Maintaining a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based upon knowledge of potential hazards and industry regulations and requirements. Providing a high level of service, continuous support, and proactive involvement surrounding technical subject matter to leadership and peers, using standard planning and protection tools, such as Microsoft Office tools, CYMEDIST, CYMETCC, LFDMS, SAP, GISView, Pl Process Book, Pl Datalink, reviewing and approving circuit modifications. Providing guidance in the use of EDOS systems and processes, such as: The Distribution System Planning Criteria; Distribution Engineering Practices; Field Guides; and Standards. Supporting the annual Engineering task, such as Capital Portfolio development and review process, Summer Readiness, Manual Load Shed, Distribution System Assessment, etc. Conducting technical research analysis and offering an interpretation of the results. Assisting in implementation activities involving complex processes and procedures. Contributing to solutions by taking initiative to develop alternatives and recommendations. Offering ideas and suggestions to improve moderately complex technical processes and/or projects. Providing sound customer service by exceeding internal customer needs. Proactively seeking ways to build challenge and add value within scope of assignments. Consistently anticipating and delivering results on a variety of job-specific subject matters. Offering advice, education, and encouragement to others. Directing others on technical subject matters Supporting the storm response process as either a storm analyst, hazard dispatcher, hazard responder, or in another corporate storm role. Finding ways to enhance your subject matter expert (SME) role though self-study, internal and external training, attending webinars, the creation of Job Aids, etc. Responsibilities at the Level IV includes: An employee hired at the Level IV will be expected to perform all Level III responsibilities with more proficiency, and in a more independent and diverse manner that demonstrates subject matter expert qualities. Independently Recommending and implementing technical solutions to complex issues and assignments. Providing a high level of customer service, continuous support, and proactive involvement to leadership and fellow peers surrounding technical subject matter in the areas of: distribution planning, power quality; distributed energy resources; energy storage; distribution automation; volt-var optimization; arc flash; and distribution protection. Supporting operating company personnel through webcasts, workshops, and training. Independently improving technical programs and process effectiveness Driving significant achievement of goals and objectives. Serving in a leadership role for the development of designated programs, policies, and people. Developing process improvements and efficiencies to improve work products and processes. Independently anticipating and meeting internal/external technical needs and initiatives. Qualifications: Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited school; candidates with Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited school may be considered, with previous working experience in the electric utility industry. In lieu of an ABET accredited school degree, a candidate with a valid PE license will be considered. Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience, preferably in the electric utility industry. Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Teams, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Word In-depth understanding of pertinent technical products and/or services and of customer needs and expectations A questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships A sound knowledge of various researching techniques A desire to continue to learn and grow, work across FirstEnergy, and deliver results Intermediate-level analytical and technical abilities Ability to develop effective working relationships with employees at all levels of FirstEnergy Proven ability to deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to make formal technical presentations to various management levels Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. We are committed to rewarding individual and team efforts through our total rewards philosophy which includes 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, as well as skills development training with tuition reimbursement. Please visit our website at www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs. FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H-1B visas at this time. Safety Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all of our business activities. We ensure employees have the tools, information, and processes to perform their duties in a manner that assures safety for themselves, their co-workers, our customers and the public. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, to maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and to promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.