JOB DESCRIPTION



About the Opportunity


This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. [SC00]

The Rotational Engineering (ROE) Program was created to provide a quality experience to early career level engineers to learn across FirstEnergy in a variety of diverse engineering positions. This selective two-year rotational program supports individuals to learn valuable technical and professional skills while kick-starting their career in the electric utility industry. The ROE Program resides in FirstEnergy's Construction & Design Services (C&DS), Transmission, and Distribution (Engineering Services) organizations.

As an entry level Engineer, you will perform tasks related to engineering, analysis, construction, startup, maintenance and operation of electrical Transmission and Distribution equipment and associated facilities. Within the program, individuals will have access to personalized coaching and mentoring, professional development, continued educational opportunities, and more.

Typically, rotational engineers will complete four rotations lasting about six months each. Rotational engineers are required to be geographically flexible for rotations. At the end of the program individuals are placed into final full-time assignments based upon business need and interest. The ROE position is a hybrid role in which program participants will be expected to report in person at various times during the rotations including for day-to-day work (depending on assignment), trainings, site visits, professional development events and more. Possible work locations include but are not limited to our five-state footprint in Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, Maryland, and New Jersey.


Job responsibilities include:

• Recognizing risks and taking precautions and preventative measures to ensure a safe work environment for others as well as self
• Conducting technical research and analysis, interpreting results, and making recommendations
• Offering and implementing technical solutions to basic technical processes and/or projects
• Preparing engineering change packages, specifications, technical reports and presentations
• Providing engineering output documents, such as minor modifications and corrective action response
• Managing and completing assigned activities to support timely implementation of required system operations
• Ensuring compliance with design codes/standards.
• Providing sound customer service
• Actively seeking ways to add value within scope of assignments.
• Anticipating and delivering results on a variety of job-specific projects
• Performing project management and assistance in project start-up
• Working independently as well as in a team environment

• Bachelors 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'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.
• Minimum of 0 (Zero) years of Engineering experience.
• Participation in an Engineering Co-op or Internship program preferred
• Ability to incorporate safety into project designs and an overall commitment to safety
• Ability to reliably report to assigned work location(s) as necessary is required
• Familiarity with National Electrical Code (NEC), safety and other applicable codes
• Ability to work collaboratively to achieve team goals
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to develop positive working relationships with employees at all levels of FirstEnergy Corp
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to make formal technical presentations to various management levels
• Proficient in Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Familiarity with AutoCAD applications preferred
• Demonstrate a questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships
• Desire to learn and grow; work across FirstEnergy, and deliver results
• Deliver quality, accurate work within established deadlines