Data Analyst III - Asset & Records Control - Akron Fairlawn

FirstEnergy; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Pension plan

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

FirstEnergy is seeking a data science professional to support reliability initiatives for its transmission network. The role involves forecasting equipment and weather impacts using advanced analytics and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights.

You will translate data into business-ready models, develop dashboards and reports, and contribute to governance and data quality. This position requires strong communication and problem-solving skills in a team

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant data analytics experience.
• Experience processing large structured and unstructured data sets.
• Proficiency in Python, R, or SQL and in predictive modeling.
• Ability to translate data into meaningful business insights and present findings.

Responsibilities

• Query large data sets from iTOA, OPPM and other sources and analyze results.
• Apply linear regression, machine learning and other methods to forecast reliability.
• Collaborate with Power Delivery, IT and stakeholders to build products.
• Develop reports using Oracle BIP, Toad, RapidMiner, Python and Power BI.
• Support data governance and validation for transmission reliability data.
• Create tools and processes to improve FE transmission reliability.
• Work with Power Delivery and Operational Excellence for reporting consistency.
• Engage with NERC, NATF and industry groups on data recording and reporting.

Skills

Python

R

SQL

Statistical modeling

Data visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

iTOA

OPPM

GIS

Cascade

EMS

SAP

PI

Job description

FirstEnergy at a Glance

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.

About the Opportunity:

This is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.

The position reports to the Supervisor, Transmission Reliability in the AMRC Asset Management Support team. The successful candidate will be responsible for leveraging advanced statistical modeling to support reliability improvement initiatives. This includes but is not limited to predicting equipment failure impacts, weather impacts and predicting future reliability based on asset health, system maintenance and capital investment. The candidate will have strong communication and consultation skills to understand business needs across the organization. Ability to translate data into meaningful business models and leverage predicative analytics to support reliability initiatives.

Responsibilities include:

• Querying large amounts of data from iTOA, OPPM, and other data sources, interpreting the data and analyzing results using advanced statistical techniques.
• Performing advanced analytics using linear regression, machine learning, and other quantitative methods forecast future trends and outcomes that lead to insights to improve transmission reliability.
• Collaborate with Power Delivery, IT and business stakeholders to streamline access and build customized products.
• Develop reports using platforms such as Oracle BIP, Toad Database, RapidMiner, Python, and other tools such as Power Bl.
• Support data governance structure and adherence by leading technical validation and testing for transmission of reliability data and systems.
• Develop tools and processes that provide visibility to key stakeholders and support improvement in FE transmission reliability.
• Working across Power Delivery and Operational Excellence to ensure effective and consistent reporting and analysis.
• Supporting NERC, NATF and other industry working groups associated with transmission reliability data recording, analysis, and reporting.
• Conducting business specific research and ad hoc data analysis - obtaining data, interpreting results, and communicating findings to provide insights that reduce reliability risk, optimize investments, and improve transmission reliability.
• Delivering quality and accurate work within established deadlines.
• Providing storm support, as needed, including off‑hours, weekends, and holidays.
• Travel may be required at times across the FirstEnergy system.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or related field with minimum 4 years of relevant work experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency in processing, manipulating, and generating insight from large data sets of structured and unstructured data.
• Experience in the implementation of complex programs and projects.
• Knowledge of statistical methods, predictive modeling techniques, and data mining algorithms is highly valuable.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.
• Knowledge of FE systems: iTOA, OPPM, GIS, Cascade, EMS, SAP, and PI are preferred.
• Ability to develop effective working relationships with employees at all levels of FirstEnergy to aid and resolve problems.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and strong analytical ability are required. Ability to effectively present complex subject matter to all levels of management.
• Successful candidate must be a team player and possess a willingness to work in a team environment with an ability to work cross functionally.

Benefits, Compensation & Workforce Diversity

At FirstEnergy, employees are key to our success. We depend on their talents to meet the challenges of our changing business environment. 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 www.firstenergycorp.com to learn more about all of our employee rewards programs.

FirstEnergy proudly supports workforce diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmen