Sr Engineering Tech Specialist

ComEd • Oakbrook Terrace, IL

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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 evaluations of systems and processes, and oversees financial analysis to ensure 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.

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 needed to perform routine assignments in a specific discipline, installation, 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 educational experience may include company-sponsored training programs or other educational programs deemed relevant to the role.
• Equivalent relevant education or experience is in addition to the position’s minimum experience requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with electrical utility equipment, such as breakers, transformers, protection and control components, and station batteries or chargers, and related inspection and maintenance activities.
• Experience supporting enterprise asset management platforms and inspection applications in a utility environment, including configuration, data, and quality; Cascade is given as an example.
• Ability to independently apply analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize and innovate engineering systems and processes.
• Ability to drive cross-team collaboration and take a lead role in mentoring junior staff.
• Demonstrated initiative and ownership through leading projects, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing significant process improvements.
• Ability to proactively identify and address technical challenges and recommend strategic solutions.
• Working knowledge of analysis software such as SQL, Python, Microsoft Power BI, Power Automate, or similar.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform engineering assignments for critical engineering projects or multiple complex projects, potentially leading employees or contractors in commissioning electrical systems and equipment.
• Perform assignments in areas 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 subject matter expert, which may include delivering classroom instruction, training, or on-the-job instruction and evaluation.
• Perform assignments independently and, when appropriate, lead multi-discipline teams.
• Recommend and implement action plans to improve performance and cost effectiveness.
• Participate in technical and industry societies and committees to build knowledge of technologies and issues relevant to the company.
• Provide technical assistance and coordinate work with engineering groups across the company to achieve shared objectives.
• Apply technical knowledge to promote a safe work environment and enhance customer satisfaction.

Benefits

• Annual bonus for eligible positions: 15%.
• 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 resources for mental and emotional support.
• Wellbeing programs, including tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance, and fitness reimbursement.
• Referral bonus program.

What This Job Offers

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