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FIRSTENERGY SERVICE COMPANY Planning & Protection Engineer in Columbus, Ohio
JOB DESCRIPTION FirstEnergy 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. FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Headquartered in Akron, Ohio, FirstEnergy 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. About the Opportunity This is an open position with Ohio Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp [OE]. This is a mobile (remote) position. The selected candidate must be located within the FirstEnergy footprint within the State of Ohio. Responsibilities include: * Working safely in a variety of electric utility settings and following all Accident Prevention Handbook (APH) work practices. * Demonstrating a solid commitment to all aspects of safety, with maturity to exercise independent judgment on complex projects and assignments. * 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 regarding technical subject matter to leadership and peers. * Using standard planning and protection tools, including CYME, Load Forecasting Data Management System (LFDMS), Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Viewer, PI ProcessBook, SEL AcSELerator, and Energy Management System. * Power system planning and analysis to study impact of new customers, generators, or electrification trends. * Performing protective device coordination studies and develop relay settings. * Providing various support functions for smart grid programs and initiatives, such as GridMod II in Ohio. * Creating projects and detailed scopes for future capital infrastructure investment. * Providing prompt technical support and analysis to the Distribution Control Center (DCC) for planned and emergency load shifts, mobile substation installations, and troubleshooting for miscoordinations or misoperations. * Supporting storm response as a hazard dispatcher, hazard responder, or as assigned. * Working overtime to support storm efforts or other special projects as business needs require. Qualifications: * Bachelors of Science degree in Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) from an ABET accredited institution is required. Acceptable alternatives are: (1) a Professional Engineer's (PE) License (2) 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. * Understanding of electrical engineering and utility power system concepts with ability to learn new complex electrical topics quickly. * Strong verbal and written communication skills, with an emphasis on understandable and clear technical writing and presentation skills. * Possess strong knowledge, maturity, and decision-making skills regarding electrical problems and analyzing complex information. * Detail-oriented, accurate, and able to understand and interpret complex technical information. * Solid computer skills with competency in Microsoft Office products (particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), along with a working knowledge of CAD and GIS software systems. * Able to work both independently and in team environments. * Possess strong interpersonal skills and a commitmeApply here: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjAzNDk0LjEwNTA4QGZpcnN0ZW5lcmd5Y29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20