Data Analyst 1 - Distribution System Operations

Job Title: Data Analyst I/II/III/IV

FirstEnergy

About the Opportunity

This position is responsible for supporting the Advanced Distribution Management Systems (ADMS) Reporting & Analytics group which is responsible for supporting distribution reliability reporting, analytics, the Outage Management System (OMS) dashboard, and various outage management tools. This role is intended to provide foundational support for emerging analytics tools and pilot programs, helping to stabilize and operationalize these capabilities as they scale. This position is critical to enabling successful deployment and long-term sustainability of our analytics initiatives. 

This position can be located at any of the FE major hubs

Responsibilities include:

• Querying data from iTOA, Oracle NMS, GIS and other data sources, interpreting the data and analyzing results using advanced statistical techniques.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Operations, IT, Customer Service and Regulatory teams to translate business needs into functional requirements and support cross-functional initiatives
• Develop tools using platforms such as Data Bricks, Toad Database, RapidMiner, Python, Power BI, Power Automate, Power Apps or other similar tools.
• Support data governance structure and adherence by leading technical validation and testing.
• Develop tools and processes that provide visibility to key stakeholders and support improvement in FE distribution reliability.
• 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 distribution reliability.
• Build and maintain data models to enable and improve data-driven decision-making.
• Help drive the use of data warehouses for insights and predictive analytics.
• 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.

• Support the Dx Analytics Platform through data validation, testing, analysis, and evaluation of analytical outputs against defined business requirements and desired outcomes.

Qualifications include:

• Bachelor’s degree in data science, Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering or related field with 2 years of relevant work experience preferred.
• 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.
• Knowledge of fire weather indices such as Haines Index, ERC, and Fosberg Index is highly valuable.
• Experience with wildfire modeling and forecasting tools, including NFDRS and WIMS is highly valuable.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, or SQL.
• Knowledge of FE systems: iTOA, Oracle NMS, GIS, Cascade, EMS, SAP, and PI are preferred.
• Knowledge of statistical methods, predictive modeling techniques, and data mining algorithms is highly valuable.
• 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. 
• Ability to perform under pressure during high-impact weather and wildfire events.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities.

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 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.

Safety:

Safety is a core value for FirstEnergy and is essential to all our business activities. 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. Our goals are to provide a safe work environment, maintain an accident-free, injury-free workplace, and promote and maintain public safety. To meet these goals, we dedicate ourselves to achieving world-class safety standards.

FirstEnergy takes a market-based approach to pay, which may vary depending on your location.  In addition, your actual base salary will depend on various factors such as your skills, qualifications, and experience. 

The estimated pay range for this role is $64,600-$133,800.  The pay range for certain locations, including the state of New Jersey, includes a 20% differential to account for an increased cost of living, making the pay range $77,520-$160,560.

FirstEnergy Human Resources Team