Sr Engineering Tech Specialist

Baltimore Gas and Electric Company • Baltimore, MD

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About The Position

Leads complex technical efforts and mentors junior staff in developing studies, specifications, and performance evaluations for Exelon utility infrastructure, including electric and/or gas distribution, transmission, substations, communications systems, and related systems. Drives integrated systems analysis and budget planning for major projects across Exelon's operations, provides strategic recommendations based on in-depth systems and process evaluations, oversees financial analysis, and ensures alignment with project objectives. Facilitates collaboration across departments to resolve challenges and optimize outcomes. Work may include leading design reviews, coordinating with external contractors, validating engineering calculations, managing project documentation workflows, and developing cost-benefit analyses. May require extended hours during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

The position leads engineering assignments for critical projects or multiple smaller projects with complex features, sometimes leading employees or contractors in commissioning electrical systems and equipment for placement on the system. It works independently in areas where engineering precedents are incomplete or lacking, may lead multidisciplinary teams, and can serve as an organizational subject-matter expert, including through classroom training or on-the-job instruction. The role also contributes recommendations and action plans to improve performance and cost effectiveness, participates in technical and industry societies and committees, and applies technical knowledge to support safety and customer satisfaction.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and at least 4 years of relevant experience, or at least 6 years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to analyze and interpret electrical and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply problem-solving approaches.
• Knowledge of construction, operations, or engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of complex field test equipment.
• Broad knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary for routine assignments in a specific discipline, installations, or service.
• Relevant experience may include military work in transmission, distribution, gas, or power systems; project management; journey-level electrician or gas technician work; field operations; or other utility-related experience deemed relevant to the role.
• Relevant education or experience may include skills acquired through job experience or education programs similar to a formal technical degree program; this equivalent requirement is in addition to the position's minimum experience requirements.
• May need to work extended hours during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with commercial and industrial work is strongly preferred.
• Experience working on BGE's electric or gas distribution system is preferred.
• Ability to independently apply advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize and innovate engineering systems and processes.
• Ability to lead technical discussions and communicate complex concepts to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to drive cross-team collaboration and mentor junior staff.
• Demonstrated initiative and ownership through leading projects, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing significant process improvements.
• Ability to proactively identify technical challenges and recommend strategic solutions.
• Working knowledge of analysis software such as CYMDIST, PSS/E, Python, PLS-CAD, Pole Foreman, Power BI, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform engineering assignments for critical projects or multiple complex smaller projects, potentially leading employees or contractors during commissioning of electrical systems and equipment.
• Perform assignments where engineering precedents are incomplete, lacking, or require broad experience.
• Evaluate, develop, and implement projects with significant financial and operational impact.
• Serve as an organizational expert in a specific area, potentially delivering classroom instruction, training, or on-the-job instruction.
• Work independently and potentially lead multidisciplinary teams.
• Recommend and implement action plans to improve performance and cost effectiveness.
• Participate in technical and industry societies and committees to stay informed about technologies and issues relevant to the company.
• Drive integrated systems analysis and budget planning for major projects.
• Provide strategic recommendations based on evaluations of systems and processes; oversee financial analysis and align it with project objectives.
• Facilitate collaboration across departments to resolve challenges and optimize outcomes.
• Lead design reviews, coordinate with external contractors, validate engineering calculations, manage project documentation workflows, and develop cost-benefit analyses as needed.
• Provide technical assistance to others and influence decisions with significant company impact.
• Apply technical knowledge to promote a safe work environment and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Mentor junior staff and communicate complex concepts to varied audiences.

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, 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.
• Competitive compensation.

What This Job Offers

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