Engineer/Advanced Engineer - Red Bank, NJ GOE08.0118

About the Company FirstEnergy (www.firstenergycorp.com) is a diversified energy company headquartered in Akron, Ohio. A Fortune 250 company, 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, based on 4.5 million customers served within a 36,100-square-mile area of Ohio, Pennsylvania and New Jersey; and its generation subsidiaries control more than 14,000 megawatts of capacity. FirstEnergy¡¦s Strategic Vision: To be the leading retail energy and related service supplier in our region; To be the preferred choice for total customer solutions; To be our shareholders¡¦ choice for long-term growth and investment value; and continue to be a Company committed to safety and driven by the skills, diversity, and character of its employees. About the Opportunity This Engineer is accountable for the Engineering Reliability and System Protection of JCP&L's Distribution, substation and Transmission system in the Central Region of NJ. Performs root cause analysis to resolve regulatory agencies and customer inquiries, which may be associated with outages and other reliability issues. Responsible for replying to customer outage inquiries. This involves researching customer outage histories and compiling data (using the Frequent Outage Database), and contacting customers as to the nature of their outages.Conducts field investigations and implement corrective measures. Demonstrates proficiency in engineering analysis software to model distribution system, calculate voltage drop and fault currents of circuits. May be assigned special projects as business needs require. Investigate system outages and disturbances to determine root cause and issue recommendations for corrective action. The candidate will keep his/her supervisor informed on a timely basis of actual and/or anticipated problems of the assignments that are his/her responsibility. Work closely with other departments to perform problem analysis. Will be available to support Regional Dispatching (RDO) during severe weather and storm situations.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering is required.

Preference will be given to those with an Engineering-In-Training certificate or PE.

Candidates with 7+ years of relevant experience will be considered for the Advanced Engineer level.

Must have power distribution work experience and be able to apply technical skills to solve practical problems.

Must possess strong technical competence, be well organized, and detail oriented.

Must have the flexibility to handle multiple assignments with changing priorities and deadlines.

Sets high expectations. Drives performance towards outstanding results.

Must have a high regard for personal accountability, and understand the critical importance of commitment to engineering excellence.

Must demonstrate a high energy level and promote a positive work ethic in support of our corporate values.

Must possess strong oral and written communication skills and have the ability to effectively interact with subordinates, colleagues and various levels of management.

Benefits We recognize people as our most valuable asset. Our competitive salary and benefits package includes Long and Short term Incentive Programs, 401K, matching 401k, credit union membership, reimbursement for business expenses, financial planning assistance, relocation assistance, a retirement plan, dental insurance, medical insurance, disability benefits, prescription drug coverage, confidential employee assistance programs, pre-tax accounts for health care, life insurance, a vision-care plan, paid sick time, wellness programs, paid company holidays, job training programs, tuition reimbursement, and paid vacations.

FirstEnergy proudly supports Affirmative Action. FirstEnergy is an Equal Opportunity Employer. FirstEnergy is committed to workforce diversity. Minorities and females are encouraged to apply. No recruiters or agencies without a previously signed contract. Unable to sponsor or transfer H1 visas at this time.