Sr Engineer - Trans Asset Planning & Strat – Technical Studies

Exelon•Oakbrook Terrace, IL

5d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Senior Engineer in Transmission Asset Planning’s Technical Studies team performs and leads complex transmission system analysis to support reliable operation of Exelon’s electric transmission facilities and systems. Studies include voltage dynamics, stability and transient analysis, electromagnetic transient (EMT) analysis, short-circuit studies, system-impact studies, and transmission planning analysis. The team works with Regional Transmission Planning, Transmission and Substation, and Protection and Control teams to identify and mitigate violations of standards and criteria and recommend reinforcements that improve bulk power system reliability. The role provides technical guidance on planning and policy issues, leads complex studies such as remedial action scheme (RAS) design studies, and interprets bulk transmission and interconnection analyses to identify violations and solutions. It also supports software solutions for power system analysis, capacity expansion and other engineering projects, planning documentation, internal and industry standards, and strategic, legislative, and operational decisions. The engineer may lead multidisciplinary teams, oversee contractors, advise management, train and mentor colleagues, and provide expert opinions or testimony. This is a hybrid position based at Exelon’s Lincoln Center Office in Oakbrook, Illinois. Employees are required to work in the office at least three days per week: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday. The position is eligible for relocation assistance and may require extended hours during storms or other energy-delivery emergencies.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or a Licensed Professional Engineer.
Knowledge of engineering designs, principles, and practices.
Ability to analyze and interpret complex electrical and mechanical systems.
Ability to apply problem-solving approaches and engineering theory.
Detailed knowledge of applicable standards, codes, methods, and practices in the area of expertise.
At least 7 years of professional engineering experience, subject to the stated experience-reduction provisions.
Thorough knowledge and experience in a specialized engineering area.
Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to identify and resolve complex issues.
At least three related career experiences, or qualifying alternative experience or credentials described in the posting.
Ability to perform transmission system and bulk power system studies using tools such as PSS/E, TARA, and PSCAD.

Nice To Haves

Graduate degree or graduate-level work in Engineering or Business Administration, or a Project Management Certification.
Licensed Professional Engineer.
Related experience and technical knowledge in transmission planning, bulk system studies, and planning processes.
Knowledge of FERC and NERC standards and processes, and direct experience with at least one of ISO-NE, NYISO, PJM, or IESO.
Strong experience performing system-impact studies and transmission planning using PSS/E, TARA, and PSCAD.
Working knowledge of analysis software such as CYMDIST, PSS/E, Python, PSCAD, and MATLAB.
Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with all management levels.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
Ability to analyze industry-wide trends and implement enhancements.

Responsibilities

Perform transmission planning, dynamics, stability, voltage stability, transient, and other system studies using commercial power system analysis tools.
Evaluate transmission system dynamics under high penetrations of renewable generation.
Provide technical guidance to internal departments on planning and policy issues.
Lead complex studies, including studies related to remedial action scheme (RAS) design.
Perform and interpret bulk transmission and interconnection analyses to identify violations and recommend solutions.
Work with product and engineering teams to develop software solutions that improve power system analysis at scale.
Provide consultation and recommendations to the Company, other business units, and customers based on analysis of systems, processes, equipment, vehicles, or facilities.
Review project budget and actual-cost financial data and provide technical expertise for strategic, legislative, and operational decisions.
Help create, update, and apply internal and industry standards and technology in the engineer’s area of expertise.
Lead and perform specialized transmission planning assignments and complex or critical engineering projects.
Develop capacity expansion projects with significant financial and operational impact and, where applicable, initial commissioning plans.
Prepare and perform documentation deliverables and project tasks.
Participate in department planning and meetings, provide budget recommendations, and monitor performance against committed results.
Work independently and lead multidisciplinary teams, including providing direct oversight of contractors when needed.
Provide detailed technical training, mentorship, peer review, and guidance to others.
Participate in technical and industry societies and committees, assess new technologies and issues, and recommend business strategies and engineering tools or techniques.
Provide expert opinions or act as an expert witness when required.
Recommend and implement action plans to improve performance and cost effectiveness.

Benefits

Annual bonus of 15% for eligible positions.
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, or parental leave.
Employee Assistance Program and mental and emotional support resources.
Wellbeing programs, including tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fitness reimbursement.
Referral bonus program.
Relocation assistance.