Sr Engineer - Transmission Line (Utilities)

Exelon

OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Business Administration, CADD (Computer-Aided Design and Drafting), Communication Skills, Community Support, Community and Social Services, Compensation and Benefits, Construction, Customer Satisfaction, Dental Insurance, Electricity, Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Federal Laws and Regulations, High Voltage (HV), Industry Standards, Industry/Trade Analysis, Interpersonal Skills, Mentoring, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Professional Engineer, Project Estimates, Project Management Certification, Real Estate, Safety/Work Safety, Standards Development, State Laws and Regulations, Structural Engineering, System Operations, Team Player, Technical Strategy, Technical Training, Trend Analysis, Vision Plan, Writing Skills
LOCATION
OAKBROOK TERRACE, IL
POSTED
Today
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Primary Purpose


The Sr Engineer - Transmission Line (Large Load Integration) oversees high-voltage transmission line projects (69kV, 138kV, 345kV, 765kV), including clearance analysis, PLS-CADD modeling, and managing new or modified transmission structures, switches, and conductors. They provide technical expertise for strategic, legislative, and operational decisions and help shape internal and industry standards. The role includes training and mentoring, and may require extended hours during storms or energy emergencies.


Primary Duties


+ Responsible for developing complete and constructible initial scopes of work for high‑voltage transmission line projects in support of COMED's capital and reliability programs.

+ Develop project scope to ensure transmission projects are well‑defined, standards‑compliant, and execution‑ready prior to detailed engineering.

+ Ensure designs comply with utility standards, NESC requirements, and applicable local, state, and federal regulations

+ Collaborate/Coordinate with Planning, Substation Engineering, Environmental, Real Estate, and Construction teams

+ Preferred experience with new transmission line construction, rehabilitation, and relocations across varied terrain, including elevation changes and constrained urban alley environments

+ Preferred Experience delivering projects ranging in scope from short segments of several structures to corridors exceeding 10 miles

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


Job Scope


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

+ 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) Knowledge of engineering designs, principles and practices

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

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

+ Detailed knowledge of applicable standards, codes methods, and practices unique to areas of expertise.

+ 7+ years of professional engineering experience (1) (3) (See Note 3. Thorough knowledge and experience in unique areas of engineering expertise.

+ Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to identify and resolve complex issues.

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

+ Lead Member of a recognized industry committee OR

+ Professional Engineer's License (2), advanced technical degree, MBA 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


+ Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering.

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

+ Licensed Professional Engineer (2) (3)

+ knowledge of PLS-CADD, PLS-POLE, PLS-TOWER, and FAD Tools to ensure seamless integration with the team and the continued success and reliable system operation.

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

+ Strong written and oral communication skills.

+ Ability to analyze industry wide trends and implement enhancements.


Benefits


+ Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $103,200.00/Yr. – $141,900.00/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/