Q&A With Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Employees
Federal Energy Regulatory Commission employees answer questions about what life is like behind the scenes at their company, including queries about culture, leadership, professional development, and compensation.
How employees describe working at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission
Some were good, and others not.
Clear communication, clear expectations, better ability to get work product out the door, reliable e-library
Q&A With Federal Energy Regulatory Commission Employees
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How much and how often do raises happen at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
2-4 years not including cola adjustments
Colas annually ?? Depends on potus. Pay raises ever 1-4 years
How do you feel about going to work at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission everyday?
I feel good- like what I do actually matters
Pretty okay with it
What kind of people succeed at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
Smart and hardworking with a good command of English and engineering
People who dig in and work
How secure do you feel at your job at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
85%
The place isn’t go anywhere.... so if I don’t f up, I shouldn’t either... type?
What's the best part of your job at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
I get to work on what matters to me and my boss is nice
Being able to affect real change
How can I improve my chances of being hired at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
Decent personality and good understanding of the industry
Depends on you - being competent helps.
What are your coworkers at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission like?
Rockstars- but for Engineers
How's the feedback proccess at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
It can be improved but overall good
How difficult is it to maintain a social life while in your job at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
Not difficult
How's the morale at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
Somber to slightly below enthusiastic
What's one thing you wish you'd known before joining Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
How much”good writing” truly is subjective
What unique perks and benefits does Federal Energy Regulatory Commission provide?
Travel-lots if travel to places you never knew existed. Nice coworkers- the work environment is what you make of it, overall people are really nice- and you can make your own niche
What's the pay like for Engineering roles at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
Depends on where in the country you work- in Atlanta you’re living pretty well, in SF good luck getting a ghetto apartment
How's the leadership on the Engineering team at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
Subject matter experts with limited management experience
What's the vibe like in the Engineering dept at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission? How many hours are you working?
I’m in a regional office- not the main DC office. The vibe is friendly, but quiet. We have plenty of work, no one really complains- we just plug away hoping to one day be done with the back log... We work the regular 40-rarely is someone working late... unless you’re the boss.
How common is it to switch departments or teams at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
Switching ups to fedex would probably be easier
How rewarding is your job at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
I feel moderately rewarded with the pay- we’ll rewarded by the smiles of utilities and people who use electricity everyday.
What interview questions does Federal Energy Regulatory Commission ask?
Behavior based and some technical
What's the interview process like at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
It's pretty standard
If you could make changes, how would you improve the culture at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
Easier/better incorporation of tech to ease workflow? Maybe?
What do people at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission think about the CEO? What do they do well and what can they improve?
CEO as in POTUS or the 5 commissioners? Frankly, I have no idea about either option. We just care about regulating energy.
How's the work life balance at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
You can find work to do for 18 hrs/day if you really wanted- plenty of work- or you can cut out after putting your time in plus a little extra here or there.
How does Federal Energy Regulatory Commission make decisions around promotions?
Depends on the decision and promotion. Decisions are made with the input of key stake holders. Promoting up can either be via interview for a higher position or being considered ready by your supervisor for the increased responsibility- again, depends.
How's the vacation policy at Federal Energy Regulatory Commission?
Typical compared to any professional entity
Does Federal Energy Regulatory Commission have any remote positions?
It depends what you consider remote. They have 5 regional offices based in Atlanta, New York, Chicago, San Francisco and Portland. Each are remote from D.C., but are based within city limits





