Electrical engineering visa

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.

The Transmission Planning Engineer position is responsible for transmission planning functions across FirstEnergy's transmission and subtransmission systems in the FirstEnergy area. The primary focus is on studying and planning the safe and reliable operation of transmission and subtransmission lines and substations. In addition, the position is responsible for performing studies related to generation and load interconnections attaching to the system within the assigned planning areas. The engineer will perform transmission planning activities with input from the operating companies, other utilities, generator owners, the Regional Transmission Organization, and Regional Reliability Organizations. The position has the responsibility to initiate, recommend, and assist in the development of the capital portfolio for reliability related projects within the planning area of responsibility. The position works closely with the Operations Center to provide support during storms, heavy loading periods, and abnormal system events.

Providing technical support and studies to develop transmission and subtransmission infrastructure projects, plans, and capital budgets to maintain the reliability and integrity of the FE system.

Performing timely completion of bulk and area transmission systems studies ensuring compliance with NERC, PJM and FE planning criteria.

Proposing and economically justifying recommended mitigation projects to any planning criteria deficiencies identified through system studies. If capital projects cannot be implemented in the needed timeframe, a detailed operating solution is prepared and presented to Operations for review and implementation.

Performing studies associated with the connection of new loads, generators and merchant transmission projects.

Providing support to the Operations Centers when required, such as during severe weather, heavy loading or abnormal system events. It could also involve operational recommendations to alleviate abnormal system conditions, abnormal voltages, or equipment overloads.

Providing technical testimony for regulatory and legal inquiries as assigned.

Participating in the annual maintenance of the department’s planning philosophy, facility connection document, and other procedures and documents.

May be required to travel throughout the FE system and to other industry related activities.

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical 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 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.

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical 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 from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor’s program.

A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.

Minimum of 3 (three) years of Engineering experience is required.

Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical 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 from a university with an ABET accredited Bachelor’s program.

A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.

Minimum of 5 (five) years of Engineering experience is required with a BS in Engineering or minimum of 7 (seven) years of Engineering experience is required with a BS in Engineering Technology.

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 - $145,800.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity
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 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.

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.