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Engineer-Capacity Planning

Exelon
  • OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
  • $84,800 Per Year
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Job Description

Who We Are


We're powering a cleaner, brighter future.


Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient.


We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).


We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive.


In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career.


Are you in?

Primary Purpose


This position leads and supports capacity planning efforts to ensure the reliability, resilience, and efficiency of ComEd’s electric distribution system. This role develops and applies advanced planning methodologies, load forecasting, and system modeling to anticipate future grid needs driven by electrification, distributed energy resources (DER), climate impacts, and policy mandates such as the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). Also, this role collaborates across engineering, operations, and regulatory teams to identify and justify infrastructure investments, optimize system performance, and support decarbonization. This role provides technical expertise and strategic guidance to inform capital planning, grid modernization initiatives, and customer programs. This position may require the candidate to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.


Primary Duties


+ Performs capacity planning studies of the ComEd distribution system using CYME power flow analysis software. Prepares load forecasts and analyzes modification and modernization impacts to the distribution grid.


+ Designs electrical drawings in AutoCAD and prepares scope and cost estimates for general load growth, Reliability, DER interconnection, Voltage Optimization, Distribution Automation, Electrification, Data Center, and substation projects.


+ Evaluates, develops, and leads projects that have significant financial and operational impact. Plans, writes, and performs tasks for project deliverables.


+ Provides support to the distribution operations department for planned or emergency switching requests.


+ Participates in or leads cross-departmental meetings/conference calls to ensure alignment within the company (may include providing direct oversight of contractors).


+ Serves as an expert for a designated planning area.


+ Supports regulatory filings and may serve as an expert witness or provide expert opinions on planning-related information.


+ Recommends strategies to improve system performance and cost-effectiveness to align with company goals.


+ Provides mentorship, peer review, and technical training to capacity planning staff and engineers.  


+ Engages with technical and industry organizations to remain informed on emerging technology and relevant challenges in the utility sector. Makes recommendations for business decisions regarding new technologies, engineering techniques, and tools.


Job Scope


+ Performs capacity planning studies of the ComEd distribution system using CYME power flow analysis software. Prepares load forecasts and analyzes modification and modernization impacts to the distribution grid.


+ Designs electrical drawings in AutoCAD and prepares scope and cost estimates for general load growth, Reliability, DER interconnection, Voltage Optimization, Distribution Automation, Electrification, Data Center, and substation projects.


+ Evaluates, develops, and leads projects that have significant financial and operational impact. Plans, writes, and performs tasks for project deliverables.


+ Provides support to the distribution operations department for planned or emergency switching requests.


+ Participates in or leads cross-departmental meetings/conference calls to ensure alignment within the company (may include providing direct oversight of contractors).


+ Serves as an expert for a designated planning area.


+ Supports regulatory filings and may serve as an expert witness or provide expert opinions on planning-related information.


+ Recommends strategies to improve system performance and cost-effectiveness to align with company goals.


+ Provides mentorship, peer review, and technical training to capacity planning staff and engineers.  


+ Engages with technical and industry organizations to remain informed on emerging technology and relevant challenges in the utility sector. Makes recommendations for business decisions regarding new technologies, engineering techniques, and tools.


Minimum Qualifications


+ Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering

+ 2 - 4 years of professional engineering experience

+ Ability to analyze and interpret complex electrical and mechanical systems.

+ Knowledge and ability to apply problem solving approaches and engineering theory.

+ Knowledge of engineering designs, principles and practices.

+ General knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform assignments for a specific discipline, various installations, or services


Preferred Qualifications


+ Graduate degree (1) or Graduate level work in Engineering, Business Administration or Project Management Certification

+ Possess Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification (2)

+ Strong written and oral communication/presentation skills, report generation & technical writing skills

+ Interpersonal skills & the ability to collaborate with peers and managers

+ Consulting and needs assessment skills

+ A working knowledge of analysis software packages such as CYMDIST, PSSE, Python, PLS-CAD, Pole Foreman, Power BI, or similar.


Benefits


+ Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $84,800.00/Yr. – $116,600.00/Yr.

+ Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 10%

+ 401(k) match and annual company contribution

+ Medical, dental and vision insurance

+ Life and disability insurance

+ Generous paid time off options, including vacation, sick time, floating and fixed holidays, maternity leave and bonding/primary caregiver leave or parental leave

+ Employee Assistance Program and resources for mental and emotional support

+ Wellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursement

+ Referral bonus program

+ And much more


Note: Exelon-sponsored compensation and benefit programs may vary or not apply based on length of service, job grade, job classification or represented status. Eligibility will be determined by the written plan or program documents.
Exelon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at DandI@exeloncorp.com.

Numbers & Facts

LocationOAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
IndustryOther/Not Classified
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Websitehttps://www.exeloncorp.com/

About Company

At Exelon Generation, we've got a place for you!  Join the nation's leading competitive energy provider, with one of the largest electricity generation portfolios and retail customer bases in the country. You will be part of a family of companies that strives for the highest standards of power generation, competitive energy sales, and energy delivery. Our team of outstanding professionals is focused on performance, thought leadership, innovation, and the power of ideas that come from a diverse and inclusive workforce.  Exelon will provide you the tools and resources you need to design, build and enhance a successful career. We are also dedicated to motivating the success of our employees through competitive base salary, incentives, and health and retirement benefits.  Join Exelon and share your passion at a forward-thinking Fortune 100 company. Establish yourself in a place where you can truly shine and create a brighter, more sustainable tomorrow.   Energize your career at Exelon Generation. We have exciting opportunities in IL, NY, PA and MD.

Skills

  • Analysis Skillsunmatched
  • Analysis Softwareunmatched
  • AutoCADunmatched
  • Automationunmatched
  • Business Administrationunmatched
  • CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing)unmatched
  • Capacity Managementunmatched
  • Communication Skillsunmatched
  • Community Supportunmatched
  • Community and Social Servicesunmatched
  • Compensation and Benefitsunmatched
  • Consultingunmatched
  • Cost Effectiveness Analysisunmatched
  • Cost Estimatesunmatched
  • Dental Insuranceunmatched
  • Distribution Operationsunmatched
  • Electrical Designunmatched
  • Electricityunmatched
  • Emergency Planningunmatched
  • Emerging Technologyunmatched
  • Engineer in Training (EIT)unmatched
  • Engineeringunmatched
  • Financial Operationsunmatched
  • Forecastingunmatched
  • Interpersonal Skillsunmatched
  • Mentoringunmatched
  • Needs Assessmentunmatched
  • Network Operations Centerunmatched
  • Operations Planningunmatched
  • Performance Managementunmatched
  • Performance Tuning/Optimizationunmatched
  • Power BIunmatched
  • Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Project Management Certificationunmatched
  • Python Programming/Scripting Languageunmatched
  • Regulationsunmatched
  • Regulatory Submissionsunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
  • Technical Strategyunmatched
  • Technical Writingunmatched
  • Technical/Engineering Designunmatched
  • Vision Planunmatched
  • Writing Skillsunmatched

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