FirstEnergy Corp

Manager Transmission Planning - Transmission Planning & Protection

FirstEnergy Corp • $110K — $130K *
Reading, PA 19606In-Person
Energy & Utilities
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering (BSEE) from an ABET accredited institution required; alternatives include a PE License or advanced degree in Electrical Engineering.
  • Preferred Professional Engineer's (PE) License or willingness to obtain.
  • Minimum of 7 years of related work experience required.
  • Experience in Transmission Planning, Operations, Regulatory/Compliance, or Project Management preferred.
  • Supervisory or management experience preferred.
  • Proficient in power system analysis software (e.g., PSLF, PSS/E, TARA).
  • Familiarity with PJM, RFC, and NERC practices in transmission planning.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a diverse team, ensuring adherence to Safety & Human Performance guidelines.
  • Foster a diverse and inclusive work environment that supports employee development.
  • Maintain integrity in decision-making and actions.
  • Manage time, staff, and priorities for departmental goals and projects.
  • Implement process improvements through best practices and continuous learning.
  • Direct transmission planning functions for specific areas of the FE transmission system.
  • Oversee studies and planning activities for reliable operation of transmission systems.
  • Ensure timely completion of generation and load interconnection studies.
  • Initiate and manage the TPP portion of the Energizing the Future capital budget.
  • Collaborate with GM, Planning to align engineering plans with company objectives.
  • Monitor and enforce quality in program delivery.
  • Build positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Engage with industry groups to promote FirstEnergy's methods and meet obligations.
  • Travel as required within service territory and to industry events.
  • Support FirstEnergy's restoration process as needed.

Benefits

  • Commitment to safety as a core value, ensuring a safe work environment.
  • Opportunities for career development and advancement.
  • Support for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives.
  • Access to industry-related events and networking opportunities.
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Job Description

About the Opportunity

The Manager of Transmission Planning reports to the General Manager of Transmission Planning. This position is responsible for managing a group of supervisors and engineers who are responsible for Transmission Planning functions across FirstEnergy's transmission and sub-transmission systems.

The Transmission Planning group is responsible for transmission planning functions across FirstEnergy's transmission and subtransmission systems in the FirstEnergy area. The primary focus is on studying and planning the safe and reliable operation of transmission and subtransmission lines and substations. In addition, the group is responsible for performing studies related to generation and load interconnections attaching to the system. The engineers will perform transmission planning activities with input from the operating companies, other utilities, generator owners, the Regional Transmission Organization, and Regional Reliability Organizations. The group has the responsibility to initiate, recommend, and assist in the development of the capital portfolio for reliability related projects. The group also works closely with the Operations Center to provide support during storms, heavy loading periods, and abnormal system events.

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Responsibilities Include:
  • Leads a diverse staff ensuring Safety & Human Performance guidelines are adhered to and followed to reduce hazards for staff and field personnel
  • Supports Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) by creating a work environment that is inclusive where employees feel valued and supports their career development
  • Maintains integrity in all decision making and actions
  • Efficiently and effectively managing time, staff and priorities related to short- and long-term goals, projects, and objectives of the Department and FirstEnergy
  • Continues to seek out and implement ways to support process improvements through best practices and continuous learning
  • Provides direction for the transmission planning function for the specific areas of the FE transmission system.
  • Manages the studies and planning activities required to provide for the reliable operation of the FirstEnergy transmission and sub-transmission systems.
  • Ensures generation and load interconnections studies are properly completed and on time.
  • Initiate, recommend, and manage the creation of the TPP portion of our Energizing the Future (EtF) capital budget portfolio.
  • Works with GM, Planning to develop and implement engineering/operational plans that align with the goals, objectives, and strategic direction of the company.
  • Oversees, monitors, and enforces the day-to-day delivery of the programs and services of the group to maintain and/or improve work quality.
  • Builds positive working relationships with internal and external customers.
  • Working with various industry groups to meet requirements / obligations that FE has within the industry, and actively promote FirstEnergy's ideas / methods / procedures that the industry should be using as it moves forward. Formal industry groups include NERC, RFC, and PJM.
  • Traveling throughout FirstEnergy's service territory and to other industry related events as required.
  • Support FirstEnergy restoration process as required.


Qualifications include:
  • 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.
  • A Professional Engineer's (PE) License is preferred or be willing to obtain.
  • Minimum of 7 (seven) years of related work experience is required.
  • Previous experience in Transmission Planning, Transmission Operations, Regulatory/Compliance, Project Management, Operating Company and/or field experience preferred.
  • Previous experience supervising or managing employees preferred.
  • Proficient (or demonstrated capability to become proficient) in the use of power system analysis software such as PSLF, PSS/E,TARA and other related planning software.
  • Demonstrate familiarity with PJM, RFC and NERC practices, procedures, and requirements in the areas of transmission planning criteria and principles.
  • 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, TPP management and executive leadership of FE.
  • Must adhere to FirstEnergy's Standards of Conduct and FERC compliance obligations.


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

Position Classification

Exempt

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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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Join the dynamic team at FirstEnergy Corp, a leading energy company where innovation, leadership, and diversity are valued. As one of the most prominent energy providers, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that empower you to shape the future of energy.

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FirstEnergy Corp is dedicated to fostering a workplace culture that embraces diversity and inclusion. We believe in providing our employees with a supportive environment where everyone can thrive. Our benefits package is comprehensive, including health, retirement plans, and continuous diversity training to ensure every team member can achieve their personal and professional goals.

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We encourage continuous learning and development through a variety of training programs and leadership workshops. FirstEnergy Corp is committed to the professional growth of our employees, offering development programs that cater to enhancing leadership skills and expanding professional networks. Networking within the company and industry is supported and encouraged through various events and initiatives, helping you build valuable connections that can advance your career.

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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
FE
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