Engineer – CAET Asset Online Monitoring

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.

Work location will be determined based on business needs and the selected candidate.

About the Opportunity

The primary function of this position will be to support the online monitors on FirstEnergy’s major equipment. These monitors provide the real-time condition of our power transformers, circuit breakers and DC battery banks. This information is used to perform condition-based assessments on these assets by feeding PI Historian and the software package, Application Performance Monitor (APM). This position will be responsible for developing operating standards and commissioning procedures for new/existing device monitors, maintaining communication of the monitors and resolving data quality issues, reviewing / escalating equipment issues as they arise This position will also assist during the installation of emergent monitoring package deployments as needed. 

Responsibilities: 

• Champion online monitoring program implementation across the footprint. Ensure long-term planned work reflects the company’s goals for monitor deployment.

• Research, test, and implement new monitoring solutions to help with better condition monitoring and operational decision making.

• Work with the stakeholders (Transmission & Substation Services Department, substation operations, etc.) to develop new or refined monitor test routines and protocols.

• Assist in the development of new or in the modification of existing maintenance practices to address changing technology, new equipment types, improved test and diagnostic methods, regulatory changes, etc.

• Work with FE IT Department, recommend design standard changes to the IT/OT interfaces within FE System assets where applicable. 

• Work with the vendors and the IT department on the mitigation of any vulnerabilities identified.

• Monitor industry trends and international design standards  and recommend design standard changes where applicable. 

• Work with the Work Force Development Department to develop training material for new and existing operational technology being deployed on the FE System.

• Assist in the education of others on technical subject matters and in the improvement of technical programs and process effectiveness.

• Conduct technical research and analyzing highly complex data

• Recommend and implement technical solutions to complex issues and assignments.

• Independently anticipate and meet internal/external technical needs.

• Derive business requirements from various internal and external stakeholders to develop solutions, processes, and procedures.

• Develop process improvements and efficiencies to improve work products.

• Maintain a safe workplace for coworkers and the community based upon knowledge of potential hazards and industry regulations/requirements.

• Work with Cascade and Maintenance Compliance personnel and IT organization as needed.

• Provide support to FEU personnel on information and /or reports related to Substation Assets.

• Actively seek ways to build, challenge and add value within scope of assignments.

• Providing advice, education, and encouragement to others. 

• Recommending improvements to strategy, application usage and process.

Qualifications at the Engineer II level:

• 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. 

• A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.

• Minimum of 2 (two) years of Engineering experience is required.

• Understanding of substation equipment and monitors preferred.

• Strong consideration will be given to those with previous experience in the design, maintenance or testing of substation equipment

• Commitment to FirstEnergy’s Safety Policies and the Accident Prevention Handbook

• Ability to read and understand substation design prints and bills of material preferred.

• Ability to analyze large datasets, familiarity with databases and database structure preferred.

• Familiarity with the following – APM / PI Vision / Cascade / QlikView / SAP / TOA4 / Crossbow / DobleWeb is preferred.

• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Power BI, and Word.

• Demonstrate a questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships.  

• Desire to continue to learn and grow, work across FirstEnergy, deliver results, and manage others.

• Ability to develop effective working relationships with employees at all levels of FirstEnergy Corp.

• Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines.

• Strong analytical and technical abilities.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to effectively present complex subject matter to all levels of management.

• Some travel required; must possess a personal vehicle and valid driving license.

• The ability and willingness to support FE storm support through an assigned position.

• Investigate and resolve application problems and/or performance issues.

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 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 currently.

Safety

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all 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.

FirstEnergy takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location.  In addition, your actual base salary will depend on various factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience.

The estimated pay range for this role is $71,400- $145,800.  The pay range for certain locations, including the state of New Jersey, include a 20% differential to account for an increased cost of living, making the pay range $85,680 - $174,960.

FirstEnergy Human Resources Team