FirstEnergy - Maidsville, WV

posted 2 months ago

Full-time - Mid Level
Maidsville, WV
Utilities

About the position

FirstEnergy is seeking a Senior Generation Specialist to join our team at the Fort Martin Power Station, a regulated base-load generating facility under Mon Power, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. This position plays a crucial role in the Technical Services Team, which is responsible for monitoring the condition of generation electrical equipment and providing operational and maintenance support. The equipment involved includes generators, exciters, precipitator controls, motors, transformers, switchgear, motor control centers, protective relays, control relays, distributed control systems (DCS), programmable logic controllers (PLC), and other related electrical equipment and instrumentation and controls. The Senior Generation Specialist will be tasked with developing and utilizing graphic displays as diagnostic tools, investigating and resolving system malfunctions, and advising technician-level employees on configuration, programming, and troubleshooting. This role will also involve participation in upgrades and system improvements, assessing operating conditions, and developing plans for the continued health and operation of the equipment. The specialist will assist in solving operational issues through proper planning and execution of projects aimed at correcting inefficiencies, preparing financial justifications, and coordinating activities among technical services personnel. In addition to technical responsibilities, the position requires conducting research to improve work processes, analyzing data, and recommending solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in electrical technology, particularly in DCS and PLC systems, and will be familiar with industry standards and applicable codes related to plant operations and maintenance. Excellent communication and presentation skills are essential, as is the ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams. The role demands a self-starter who can prioritize and manage multiple tasks effectively, lead contractors, and maintain good working relationships across departments. The candidate must also be willing to work extended hours and respond to equipment-related issues on a 24-hour basis.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and use graphic displays as diagnostic tools.
  • Investigate and resolve system malfunctions.
  • Advise and assist technician-level employees with configuration, programming, and troubleshooting.
  • Participate in upgrades (DCS, PLC, flame scanners, etc.) and system improvements.
  • Assess operating conditions and develop plans for continued health and operation.
  • Assist in solving operational issues through planning and execution of projects.
  • Prepare financial justifications for projects.
  • Coordinate activities of other technical services personnel on the team.
  • Conduct research to improve work processes and analyze data for solutions.

Requirements

  • Four (4) years of experience in electrical technology.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in DCS and PLC systems preferred.
  • Experience in programming and configuring logic preferred.
  • Familiarity with industry standards and research methods.
  • Knowledge of applicable codes related to plant operations and maintenance is a plus.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Ability to work effectively and lead cross-functional teams.
  • Self-starter with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks.
  • Knowledge of Microsoft products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
  • Ability to lead contractors and promote good working relationships between departments.
  • Willingness to work extended hours and respond to equipment-related issues on a 24-hour basis.

Benefits

  • Competitive pay plus incentive compensation
  • Overtime pay where applicable
  • 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
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