Engineer (Engineer / General Engineer / Senior Engineer)

ComEd • Oakbrook Terrace, IL

3d

About The Position

ComEd is hiring Engineers at the General Engineer, Engineer, and Senior Engineer levels to support the planning, design, analysis, construction, operation, and maintenance of electric utility infrastructure. This infrastructure includes distribution, transmission, substations, communications systems, and related technologies. Level is based on experience, qualifications, and demonstrated capabilities.

The role involves analyzing system performance, reliability, and outage data; developing solutions to improve safety, reliability, and operational effectiveness; and supporting or leading engineering studies, system planning, design, troubleshooting, and project execution. Engineers collaborate with operations, construction, engineering, and external stakeholders, perform field inspections, and provide technical support for utility infrastructure projects. The role also supports grid modernization and continuous improvement and may involve storm restoration and emergency response activities as required.

Engineers perform technical analyses and evaluations, develop recommendations, and support or lead projects from concept through implementation. They apply engineering standards, codes, regulations, and best practices; evaluate system performance and processes; and provide technical guidance, peer review, mentoring, and cross-functional support as appropriate to their experience. The position contributes to workplace safety and customer satisfaction through sound engineering practices.

Requirements

• Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited program.
• Engineer: 2–4 years of professional engineering experience.
• General Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited program or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• General Engineer: 4–7 years of professional engineering experience.
• General Engineer: Minimum of two related career experiences, Engineer-in-Training (EIT) certification, or significant progress toward an advanced degree or professional certification.
• Senior Engineer: Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited program or Professional Engineer (PE) license.
• Senior Engineer: 7+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Senior Engineer: Minimum of three related career experiences, PE license, advanced degree, industry leadership experience, or equivalent professional achievement.
• Knowledge of engineering principles, practices, standards, and applicable regulations (Engineer and General Engineer levels).
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex technical systems and apply engineering solutions.
• Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical abilities; project coordination abilities are specified for General Engineer.
• Senior Engineer: Advanced knowledge of engineering principles, standards, codes, methods, and practices.
• Senior Engineer: Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical challenges and lead engineering initiatives.
• Senior Engineer: Proven experience providing technical leadership, mentorship, or project leadership.

Responsibilities

• Analyze system performance, reliability, and outage data.
• Develop engineering solutions to improve safety, reliability, and operational effectiveness.
• Support or lead engineering studies, system planning, design, troubleshooting, and project execution.
• Collaborate with operations, construction, engineering, and external stakeholders.
• Perform field inspections and provide technical support for utility infrastructure projects.
• Support grid modernization and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Participate in storm restoration and emergency response activities as required.
• Perform engineering analysis, calculations, studies, and technical evaluations.
• Develop engineering recommendations and communicate results to leadership and stakeholders.
• Support and/or lead engineering projects from concept through implementation.
• Apply engineering standards, codes, regulations, and best practices to technical work.
• Evaluate and improve system performance, processes, and operational effectiveness.
• Provide technical guidance, peer review, mentoring, and cross-functional support appropriate to experience level.
• Contribute to a safe work environment and enhance customer satisfaction through sound engineering practices.

Benefits

• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• 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, including tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fitness reimbursement
• Referral bonus program
• Target annual bonus: Engineer 10%; General Engineer 15%; Senior Engineer 15%

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level