Geotechnical Engineer IV - Transmission Engineering - Greensburg Corporate Center

About the role

This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp. The job of Engineer, Transmission Geotechnical Design requires an individual to be self-directed with an ability to manage civil and geotechnical projects relating to the investigation, design, construction and maintenance of transmission facilities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safety culture to ensure the safety of co-workers, contractors, work crews and the general public.
• Review transmission line and substation projects to identify potential impacts of in situ soil conditions, groundwater hydrology and terrain, to the design and construction of access roads and crane pads, substation site plans (including driveways, cuts and fills, and retaining walls), and slope stability.
• Provide an initial assessment of the need for geotech oversight on transmission line projects, access roads and substation site development projects.
• Solicit and review proposals from geotech consultants and make recommendations to project teams.
• Oversee the development of design plans through the hiring of geotechnical consultants and review geotechnical design plans prepared by others.
• Develop project work scopes and prepare estimates for the geotechnical elements of transmission line and substation projects.
• Prepare and/or review engineering design calculations, reports, specifications and construction documents, and other technical documents as needed, in coordination with staff and project team members.
• Direct technical personnel to gather and record data necessary to support report preparation, which may include on-site test witnessing as necessary.
• Provide engineering support to employees to assist in their learning of standards, procedures, designs, and associated issues.
• Perform geotechnical engineering analysis, evaluation and design options related to slope stability evaluations, retaining structures, settlement analysis and earth moving activities.
• Review consultant drawings for compliance with site specific specifications.
• Act as the primary point of contact for emergent slope failures, washouts, sinkholes and other emergent subsurface conditions that have the potential to impact FirstEnergy assets.
• Hire and oversee geotechnical consultants who are qualified and staffed to respond quickly to emergent situations and to provide recommendations and design solutions.
• Ensure standards and specifications are up-to-date and accurate, reviewing against industry standards and best practices.
• Participate in industry meetings to confirm FirstEnergy has a voice in the direction of industry (i.e., IEEE, EPRI, NATF, etc.).
• Provide assistance during emergencies and storm related activities. Storm response duties may include time out of the office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Electrical, Civil or Mechanical Engineering (BSEE, BSCE, BSME) from an ABET accredited institution is required.
• Acceptable alternatives are:
  • a Professional Engineer’s (PE) License
  • a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology from an ABET accredited institution
  • 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.
• Civil Engineering is preferred.
• A Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Certificate is preferred.
• Minimum of 3 years of Engineering experience is required.
• Demonstrated leadership skills; capable of communicating, motivating, and driving positive change and improvement.
• Must possess strong organizational and problem-solving skills, as well as working knowledge of applicable computer software necessary to fulfill job duties including, but not limited to, Microsoft Office and AutoCAD.
• Additional skills in Ensoft, FAD Tools or similar program suite are a plus.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with good verbal skills and writing skills, providing comprehensive project status reports, clear and concise correspondence, and accurate information.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to handle a variety of complex issues and assignments.
• Must demonstrate a questioning attitude to continue to learn, produce results, and strengthen existing relationships.
• Must adhere to FirstEnergy's Code of Conduct and industry compliance obligations.
• Must be willing to travel throughout the service territory to project work sites.