The Consultant - Transmission & Substation Services role is responsible for driving FirstEnergy's involvement in the Electric Power Research Institute (EPRI) for research and development activities, and for maximizing participation benefits from EPRI activities while communicating and tracking progress on using gathered information to implement new strategies in FE.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical field.
- Minimum of 8 (eight) years of experience is required.
- Demonstrated leadership of research and development programs or portfolios, including planning, budgeting, and delivery accountability.
- Direct experience at an electric utility (transmission, distribution, or operations) or as a trusted utility contractor/consultant with extensive utility engagement.
- Strong utility-facing communication: executive presence, clear writing, and strong project management and facilitation skills.
- Strong analytical skills, critical thinking skills, data analysis skills and the ability to integrate these skillsets and concepts into effective research and development opportunities for FE.
- Strong interpersonal skills and develop and maintain relationships across FE, with outside firms and manufacturers that further facilitate the cooperation needed to complete assigned tasks and that will inspire others to achieve, or exceed, goals.
- Ability to execute technical tasks and creative solutions.
- Ability to work with staff to organize, prioritize, and complete milestones and deliverables.
- Effective verbal and written communication skills to clearly define and articulate both objectives and outcomes of research.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the deadlines, unexpected developments, changes in project scope, and budget constraints.
- Must be self-directed and not dependent on detailed instruction from others.
- Proficient in applicable computer software necessary to fulfill job duties including but not limited to Microsoft Office.
- Experience in Power Apps (PowerBi and PowerAutomate) preferred.
- Must possess a safety culture and maintain a safe work environment for co-workers and the public.
- Minimal travel to company locations (may include overnight travel).
- Valid driver’s license and have access to reliable transportation.
Benefits
- Company-sponsored pension plan
- 401(k) savings plan with matching employer contribution
- Choice of medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, and life insurance programs
- Skills development training with tuition reimbursement
