Engineer- TX Maintenance

Job Description

First Energy at a Glance

We are a forward-thinking electric utility powered by a diverse team of employees committed to making customers' lives brighter, the environment better and our communities stronger.

First Energy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, First Energy includes one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, more than 24,000 miles of transmission lines that connect the Midwest and Mid-Atlantic regions, and a regulated generating fleet with a total capacity of more than 3,500 megawatts.

This Engineering position is part of a team responsible for identifying high voltage transmission maintenance needs throughout the First Energy footprint.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Work with operating companies and corporate personnel to generate and maintain a current list of potential transmission projects. Tasks include coordinating circuit inspections, analyzing circuit data, tracking circuit trends and creating new capital projects.
• Support project teams throughout development and execution to ensure both project scope and timelines are met.
• Lead the underground testing program. This includes coordinating underground line testing with the operating companies as well as coordinating yearly maintenance on existing facilities.
• Support the operating companies with emergent underground issues. This includes coordinating with external construction contractors as needed.
• Present projects to upper management for consideration, approval and funding.
• Conduct technical engineering reviews and develop designs of civil/electrical/mechanical aspects related to transmission line infrastructure.
• Participate in pre-engineering field review of the facilities, identify specific project work scope, interact with design engineers and field personnel responsible for project construction.
• Coordinate and schedule project meetings with internal and external sources.
• Investigate line operations, causes and identifying remedies to eliminate future operations.
• Interact with the North American Transmission Forum (NATF), EPRI, and other external entities as necessary.
• Conduct tests and inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Lead discussions with departments inside and outside of the facility in identifying project/process alternatives and solutions.
• Develop and implement technical process/project improvements and efficiencies with field personnel as necessary.
• Attend and participate in departmental meetings and activities as necessary.
• Review encroachments within our Transmission Rights-of Ways.
• Support of Transmission Line asset analytics initiatives as required.
• Maintain a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based upon knowledge of potential hazards and industry regulations/requirements.
• Must possess the ability to deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines.
• The ability to mentor Rotational Engineers and Co-Ops that enter the department.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering 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, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Electrical Engineering, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program.
• A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 (three) years of Engineering experience is required.
• Knowledge of underground transmission systems (both XLPE and HPFF) is preferred.
• Knowledge of the electric transmission system, reliability standards and regional transmission organizations is preferred.
• Knowledge of NESC, NERC, and RF standards and policies of the electric utility industry is preferred.
• Experience in analyzing complex problems and demonstrating good judgment in decision making is essential.
• Demonstrated ability to manage diverse projects dealing with schedule, cost tracking and budget control.
• Demonstrated experience in accomplishing responsibilities in a timely manner through maximizing organizational resources, financial decision making and employing logical engineering approaches.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently, as well as collaboratively, with multiple departments in multiple locations.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and ability to perform in a professional manner including the ability to make formal technical presentations to various management levels.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office) and AutoCAD required with core understanding of applicable technical products and/or services.
• Ability to work in both an office and field environment.
• Willing and able to support travel to various company locations (including…