FirstEnergy Corp

Equipment Engineer III/IV

FirstEnergy Corp • $95K — $115K *
Morristown, NJ 07960In-Person
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil, or Mechanical Engineering from an ABET accredited institution required; alternatives include PE License or relevant advanced degrees.
  • Preferred: Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate.
  • Minimum 3 years (Engineer III) or 5 years (Engineer IV) of engineering experience required, with additional experience required for Technician roles.
  • Experience with substation equipment design, maintenance, testing, and familiarity with microprocessor-based protection systems preferred.
  • Strong analytical, technical, and problem-solving skills with a focus on team collaboration and communication.

Responsibilities

  • Support relay testing systems through technical aid and training for field personnel.
  • Develop and issue relay test routines and assist with ongoing maintenance documentation.
  • Conduct field support activities, ensuring proper testing methods are employed on electrical protection systems.
  • Perform asset field walkdowns to verify inventory post-construction.
  • Assist with regulatory compliance related to NERC requirements and provide documentation support.
  • Participate in training new personnel on NERC responsibilities and assist with technical program improvements.
  • Ensure workplace safety and support emergency preparedness initiatives.

Benefits

  • Commitment to a safe workplace and adherence to safety policies.
  • Opportunities for professional growth through training and mentorship.
  • Access to a supportive and collaborative work environment across departments.
  • Traveling opportunities within FirstEnergy, including potential overnight stays.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Responsibilities include:
  • Relay Testing System support
    • Provide technical support to field personnel for the use of the relay test software
    • Developing, Testing, and Issuing Relay Test Routines
    • Provide training to field personnel on the use of the relay test software
  • Field support and oversight of maintenance activities and documentation
    • Assisting field personnel with testing methods and documentation for protection systems, including relays, communications equipment, trip coils, DC systems, control circuitry, sensing devices, and Sudden Pressure Relays (SPRs)
    • Perform regular substation asset field walkdowns to verify asset inventories after construction project completion
    • Commissioning record reviews
    • Review and follow up on maintenance orders programmatically flagged for equipment issues or incomplete documentation.
    • Assistance with CIP field visits for outside vendors
    • Assist in the annual onsite CIP cyber vulnerability assessments
  • Provide technical support to the substation groups for regulatory commitments, specifically NERC requirements PRC-005, PRC-012, and state requirements. Including:
    • Assist field personnel with NERC PRC-005 documentation requirements
    • Provide ad-hoc training to new personnel on NERC compliance responsibilities
  • Assisting in the education of others on technical subject matters and in the improvement of technical programs and process effectiveness
  • Assist in the development or modification of FirstEnergy Substation Maintenance Practices
  • Maintaining a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based upon knowledge of potential hazards and industry regulations/requirements
  • Supporting the emergency plan through participation in assigned storm duties including hazard responding.
  • Ability to work both independently and in unison with others including regional and plant personnel as well as other departments/sections and outside vendors.
  • Willingness to travel throughout the FirstEnergy system including periodic overnight stays.


An employee hired at the Engineer IV level will be expected to perform all of the above responsibilities with more proficiency, and in a more independent manner. Further, the Engineer IV level employee will be assigned additional responsibilities related to those above.

Qualifications at the Engineer III level include:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer's (PE) License (2) a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution (3) a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program. Electrical Engineering is preferred.
  • A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 (three) years of Engineering experience is required.
  • Proficiency / comfort working with large amounts of data preferred
  • Strong consideration will be given to those with previous experience in the design, maintenance or testing of substation equipment. Also, familiarity with the understanding, application, and communication of microprocessor-based protection and control equipment is considered beneficial. Experience with SEL products and software, Doble (Enoserv) RTS, and other Doble testing programs is also beneficial.
  • Commitment to FirstEnergy's Safety Policies and the Accident Prevention Handbook.
  • Understanding of FirstEnergy's Manual of Operations, preferred.
  • Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
  • Must be able to manage and prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines, unexpected developments, changes in project scope, budget constraints, unforeseen field problems and demands on time for work assignments outside of the normal duties.
  • Demonstrate a questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships.
  • A willingness and an aptitude for training and mentoring technicians and other members of the technical engineering staff.
  • Developed analytical and technical abilities, with a strong mechanical aptitude.
  • Must have strong interpersonal skills to work effectively with people at all levels across the FE organization as well as with outside parties.
  • Model active learning.
  • Must be capable of driving projects and tasks to completion.
  • Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines.
  • Superior written and verbal communication skills.


Qualifications at the Engineer IV level include all the above plus:
  • Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer's (PE) License (2) a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution (3) a Bachelor's degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering or technical field of study (non-ABET) plus an advanced degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor's program. Electrical Engineering is preferred.
  • A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.
  • Minimum of 5 (five) years of Engineering experience is required with a BS in Engineering or minimum of 7 (seven) years of Engineering experience is required with a BS in Engineering Technology.


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About FirstEnergy Corp

FirstEnergy is a diversified energy company headquartered in Akron, Ohio. Its subsidiaries and affiliates are involved in the generation, transmission and distribution of electricity, as well as energy management and other energy-related services. Its seven electric utility operating companies comprise the nation's fifth largest investor-owned electric system, serving 4.5 million customers within 36,100 square miles of Ohio, Pennsylvania and New Jersey; and its generation subsidiaries control more than 14,000 megawatts of capacity. Our Corporate Vision is to become a leading regional energy provider.

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Learn more about FirstEnergy Corp
Size
12,395 employees
Market Cap
$23.8 billion
Industry
Energy & Utilities
Net Income
$1 billion
Founded
1997
5 Year Trend
+0.8%
Revenue
$10.7 billion
NASDAQ
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