Supervisor Testing - Transmission & Substation Services - Akron Fairlawn

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 FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.

The selected candidate may be offered a position within the same job family, at a level that is lower than what was posted. This will be determined based upon the results of the interview process which considers the candidate’s skills, work history, experience level, and other relevant qualifications.

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

This position is accountable for supervising FirstEnergy Site coordinators and Contract Testing personnel engaged in substation construction activities in the OH and PA service territories. These construction activities include but are not limited to the installation, testing, and commissioning of high-voltage electrical equipment, protective relaying, and other substation control systems. The primary responsibilities include personnel selection, participation in project meetings, coordination of testing resources, incident investigations, performance management, and other personnel oversite activities.

Responsibilities include :

- Demonstrating and directing employees and contractors a solid commitment to all aspects of safety and human performance

- Coordinating with schedulers to ensure the timely and efficient working assignments of contract testing personnel for capital projects and other priority initiatives.

- Participating in the vetting process of prospective contract testing personnel, including the following positions: Start-up Coordinator, P&C Lead, P&C Technician, Apparatus Tester, and SCADA Technician.

- Working with Supply Chain to support and implement the Terms & Conditions of service contracts with each testing personnel vendor.

- Evaluating and refining all processes and procedures utilized to execute testing & commissioning of substation equipment and related control schemes.

- Conducting frequent site visits (50% of total time) to audit safe work practices, application of Human Performance tools, quality of work, work efficiency, and adherence to processes & procedures.

- Participating in unintended incident investigations.

- Ensuring that compliance related information is collected, retained and shared appropriately, with respect to programs like Cascade, Powerbase and Intelex.

- Working & coordinating with other departments across FirstEnergy to carryout substation project testing & commissioning.

- Coordinating and/or participating in project-related and department meetings and conference calls.

- Actively participating in FirstEnergy Performance Management Program to ensure the career development of yourself and your staff.

- Counseling employees and contractors and recommending corrective actions required to meet performance standards.

Supporting other ad hoc assignments and projects as needed

Qualifications:

- Bachelor of Science Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field and 5-7 years of applicable electrical testing experience. In lieu of a bachelor’s degree, related work experience may be considered. Related work experience includes knowledge of testing practices and procedures of outdoor high-voltage equipment, protective relaying, and other substation control systems.

- Strong commitment and thorough knowledge of FirstEnergy Accident Prevention Handbook, Safety & Human Performance, and other FirstEnergy safety policies and procedures.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability and willingness to present complex subject matter to all levels of management and to outside stakeholders.

- Strong computer skills with strong proficiency in MS Office products. Also experience with equipment and relay testing software.

- Demonstrated leadership skills with ability to coach, mentor, engage and inspire staff to excel in their roles.

- Demonstrated working knowledge of substation Testing & Commissioning processes and procedures, with emphasis on the installation and testing of major outdoor substation equipment, protective relaying, and other substation control systems.

All employees must have an account to use a FirstEnergy computer to apply for jobs. If you do not know if you have an account, please contact the IT Service Desk at 330-315-4357, Option 1 - 1 for assistance.

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 of 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 at this time.

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.

FirstEnergy Human Resources Team

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 $113,050- $159,600.