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General Engineer - Substation Engineer (Utilities)

Exelon

OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL

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SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Analysis Skills, Blueprints, Business Administration, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Compensation and Benefits, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Data Analysis, Delivery Management, Dental Insurance, Electrical Components, Electrical Engineering, Electricity, Engineer in Training (EIT), Engineering, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Field Trials, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Management Certification, Project Planning, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Maintenance, Team Player, Technical Analysis, Technical Delivery, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Equipment, Testing, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
POSTED
6 days ago
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


The General Engineer - Substation Engineering (Utilities) leads and supports engineering efforts across Exelon's utility infrastructure, including electric or gas distribution, transmission, substations, and related systems. This role requires a broad understanding of utility operations and involves developing engineering solutions, managing technical deliverables, and ensuring compliance with internal and regulatory standards. Driving initiatives to enhance safety, reliability, and operational efficiency, coordinating across departments and with external stakeholders, overseeing field inspections and resolving technical issues May be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies


Primary Duties


+ Performs engineering assignments of moderate complexity, exercising independent judgment under the guidance of experienced engineers (e.g., collect and analyze technical data, interpret results, draw conclusions, and present recommendations to management)

+ Leads small engineering projects or tasks, coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure technical requirements and standards are met (e.g., analyze and interpret results of power flows, perform engineering tests, and resolve ambiguous findings)

+ Provides technical support and consultation to engineering and operating groups, assisting in the design, installation, and maintenance of systems and equipment (e.g., review and validate studies, blueprints, or designs against accepted engineering principles and practices).

+ Participates in the evaluation and improvement of technical systems and processes, contributing to project planning and implementation, and may assign and review work as needed.

+ Lead scope of work development for new 138kV, 345kV and 765kV substations, expansions, rebuilds, and major equipment additions.

+ Define assumptions evaluate alternatives and build strategies.

+ Responsible for developing high level scope, one-line diagrams, conceptual layouts, and preliminary designs for greenfield substations and capacity expansion projects.

+ Coordinate input from civil structural and protection & control to deliver integrated, high-quality solutions


Job Scope


+ Influences project decisions having a moderate impact on the company that may include leading employees or contractors in the commissioning of electrical systems and equipment to be placed On System.

+ Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction.


Minimum Qualifications


+ Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Licensed Professional Engineer (2) (3)

+ 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.

+ Knowledge of complex field test equipment.

+ 4-7 years of professional engineering experience (1) (3) (See Note).

+ Broad knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes methods, practices, and advanced engineering principles necessary to perform very complex or unique assignments for a specific

+ Minimum of two related career experiences (4) (i.e., changes in technical job responsibilities, which may or may not include a change in department) OR

+ Engineer in Training OR

+ 50% complete (by hours) with advanced technical degree, M.B.A. or Project Management Certification

+ (1) Master's degree in Engineering reduces the OJT experience requirement by 1 year. (2) License must be issued by the state in which you are practicing. (3) PE License reduces the OJT experience requirement by 1 year. (4) Career related experiences is defined as changes in technical job responsibilities and does not have to include a change in department Note: Items (1) and (3) are mutually inclusive, whereby the maximum experience requirement reduction is one(1) year (e.g., in the case of an employee with both a master's degree in Engineering AND a PE license, the minimum experience requirement would be reduced by one (1) year).


Preferred Qualifications


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

+ Possess Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification and/or Professional Engineer license (2) (3)

+ Strong teamwork, interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all management levels.

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


Benefits


+ Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $92,000.00/Yr. – $126,500.00/Yr.

+ Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%

+ 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.

About the Company

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Exelon

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.
COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Other/Not Classified
WEBSITE
https://www.exeloncorp.com/

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