Business Analyst - Transmission & Substation Services
Firstenergy
Akron, OH · Posted November 3, 2026
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About the job
Job Title: Business Analyst - Commissioning
FirstEnergy
About the Opportunity
There is an open position with FirstEnergy Service Co., a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.
The Commissioning Group in the Transmission and Substation Services organization is responsible for providing field engineering services and technical support for the construction, testing and commissioning of substation equipment up to and including 500kV. Individuals in this position would help coordinate and track the commissioning project schedule across the FE footprint, track project movement and assist supervision in project needs. The position would also be responsible for ensuring the proper commissioning documentation is stored and project closeout is properly completed.
This position can be sited at any location within the FE service territory. The position would report to the Testing and Technical Services group in Transmission and Substation Services.
Responsibilities Include:
Demonstrating a solid commitment to all aspects of safety, strengthening the commitment to safety throughout the Transmission and Substation Services Organization
Coordinate with TSS Commissioning Supervisors to ensure staffing for work across the entire footprint.
Perform contractor timesheet verification
Working with Testing and Technical services and Project Management to track project movement, confirm data accuracy, and to ensure all necessary documentation is submitted.
Coordinate contractor onboarding by working with internal and external stakeholders to ensure access and equipment are requested and purchasing documents are in place.
Ensure upon project completion that all necessary commissioning documentation is properly stored and project closeout is completed in a timely manner
Coordinate with Project Management and TSS Commissioning supervisors to ensure timely completion of post energization action items.
Responsible for keeping the monthly commissioning forecast and quarterly commissioning summary up to date
Assist with vendor monitoring compliance
Complete ad hoc requests as needed.
Qualifications include:
Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Engineering or a related discipline with 4 years of related work experience. In lieu of degree, 7 years of related work experience is required.
Sufficient knowledge of project management to ensure schedules are accounted for and maintained.
Working knowledge of applicable computer software necessary to fulfill job duties including but not limited to Microsoft Office, knowledge of FileNet, SAP, Cascade
Possess excellent interpersonal skills, strong written and verbal communication skills, and strong analytical ability.
Must possess a safety core value mindset and maintain a safe work environment for co-workers and the public.
Ability to manage multiple projects/schedules simultaneously and be able to work effectively under the pressure of deadlines, unexpected developments, changes in project scope and demands for work assignments outside of normal duties.
Ability to work independently or in a team environment.
Must possess strong organizational, computer and problem-solving skills.
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 $71,400- $100,800. The pay range for certain locations, including the state of New Jersey, include a 20% differential to account for an increased cost of living, making the pay range $85,680-$120,960.
FirstEnergy Human Resources Team