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General Engineer - Substation Engineering

Exelon

OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL

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SKILLS
Acceptance Testing, Analysis Skills, Battery Engineering, Bill of Materials (BOM), Budget Management, Business Administration, Business Strategy, Change Requests/Orders, Commissioning, Communication Skills, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Compensation and Benefits, Construction Support, Cost Control, Cross-Functional, Customer Satisfaction, Demand Forecasting/Planning, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Electrical Engineering, Electrical Substation, Electrical Wiring, Electricity, Engineer in Training (EIT), Engineering, Equipment Specification, Field Trials, Financial Operations, Identify Issues, Industry Standards, Interpersonal Skills, Mentoring, On Site Support, Operational Strategy, Operational Support, Operations Planning, Performance Analysis, Performance Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Design, Project Management Certification, Project Planning, Project/Program Coordination, Purchasing/Procurement, Regulations, Safety/Work Safety, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Technical Strategy, Technical Training, Technical Writing, Technical/Engineering Design, Test Equipment, Time Management, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
POSTED
14 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.


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Primary Purpose


Engineer and design the backbone of ComEd’s substation infrastructure— expand system capacity and modernize infrastructure to meet ComEd’s load growth and reliability objectives so the grid can serve new load, and interconnect new resources. Plan and execute Transmission & Substation Engineering electrical projects that from design through commissioning. This role translates forecasted demand and program priorities into scalable substation projects that can be built safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Provide technical engineering guidance for strategic and operational decisions; maintain and improve internal/industry standards. Trains and mentor team members. Extended hours may be required during storms or other energy‑delivery emergencies.


Primary Duties


+ Leads and performs engineering tasks and projects associated with a critical or analytical engineering project or a small number of complex projects that require specialized knowledge in large power system infrastructure, may include field troubleshooting, and peer review within the Transmission and Substation Engineering teams.

+ Evaluates, develops, implements, and leads projects that have significant financial and operational impact, may also develop initial commissioning plans. Plans, writes, and performs tasks for documentation deliverables and projects.

+ Participate/Lead in project planning, through field/site walkdowns, attend meetings/conference calls, provide budget recommendations, and monitor performance for the accomplishment of committed results. Leads projects in an end-to-end lifecycle (planning, design, procurement and construction support, commissioning, and close out).

+ Performs assignments while acting independently, and may lead multi-discipline teams, may include providing direct oversight of contractors.

+ Leads and performs assignments in specialized areas requiring extensive engineering expertise in large power system infrastructure. Requiring maintaining state of the art engineering credential in the specialized technical area.

+ Serves as an expert in specialized area(s).

+ Acts as an expert witness or provide expert opinions/engineering judgement as required.

+ Provides recommendations to management and implements action plans to improve performance and cost effectiveness.

+ Provides detailed technical training, mentorship, peer review, and/or guidance to others.

+ Participates in technical and industry societies and committees to enhance knowledge of new technologies or issues in areas of company interest, make recommendations for business decisions regarding strategy for new technologies and/or engineering techniques and tools.

+ Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, planning, and other departments to accurately design, review, and coordinate project work, ensuring alignment with standards, scope, and organizational objectives.

+ Perform engineering calculations for battery systems, AC and DC power systems, and lightning protection studies to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant project designs.


Job Scope


+ Role works to enhance ComEd station infrastructure (transformers, panels, feeders), ground grid calculations, lightning/shielding studies, ratings/BIL checks, AC/DC load profiles, and auxiliary systems.

+ Planning : define loads, architecture options, one‑lines, preliminary equipment sizing.

+ Design : detailed calculations (AC/DC loads, battery sizing, ground grid, lightning/shielding, cable/conduit tray fills), drawings (one‑lines, panel schedules, wiring diagrams), equipment specs and bills of material.

+ Material Procurement & Construction Support : submittal reviews, RFI responses, field redlines, change‑order technical support, and field/operations support.


+ Influences project decisions having a significant impact on the company.

+ Applies technical knowledge to help promote safe work environments and to enhance customer satisfaction through successful project completion.


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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