General Engineer - Voltage Optimization at ComEd

Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

02 May, 26

Salary

126500.0

Posted On

01 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Engineering, Voltage Optimization, SCADA, Data Analytics, Communication Networks, Computer Programming, Metering, Power System Models, Troubleshooting, Process Improvement, Technical Analysis, Preventative Maintenance, Regulatory Requirements, Project Management, Innovation, Teamwork

Industry

Utilities

Description

Who We Are We're powering a cleaner, brighter future. Exelon is leading the energy transformation, and we're calling all problem solvers, innovators, community builders and change makers. Work with us to deliver solutions that make our diverse cities and communities stronger, healthier and more resilient. We're powered by purpose-driven people like you who believe in being inclusive and creative, and value safety, innovation, integrity and community service. We are a Fortune 200 company, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (ComEd), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco). In our relentless pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking. And since we know transforming the future of energy is hard work, we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. Are you in? Primary Purpose Become part of the team that is developing and shaping the industry as one of the largest Voltage Optimization (VO) energy efficiency programs in the US. Although the VO program was created out of energy efficiency, the VO operations is a central managed distribution automation system designed to intelligently control the voltage on a particular distribution line. The role not only involves the ongoing project execution, maintenance, and operations support of the VO program, but also includes several project related engineering initiatives to automate and improve the processes of the VO system. The successfully individual will contribute to the team though support of SCADA, distribution system, communication networks, computer programming, metering, and power system models. The new member of the team will support the ComEd Voltage Optimization (VO) program and the operations and maintenance of the VO system including design engineering, technical analysis, remote commissioning, innovation, troubleshooting, software, data analytics, regulatory requirements, and general management. Engineering tasks include SCADA, drawing analysis, data analytics, GIS system model integration, and programming development. Technical analysis of capacitor bank controllers, voltage regulator controllers, transformer tap changer controllers, conservation voltage reduction, volt-var optimization, communication networks, and AMI metering data. Operations and maintenance include in-depth system troubleshooting, VO device preventative/corrective maintenance, process improvement, and report automation. Provides consultation and recommendations to the Company within and to other business units and/or customers. Primary Duties Performs engineering tasks associated with critical engineering projects or a number of small projects with many complex features. (50%) Performs assignments in areas where engineering precedents are incomplete, lacking or require broad experience. (30%) Evaluates, develops and implements projects that have moderate financial and operational impact. (10%) May serve as an expert for organization in a specific area or responsibility that may include the delivery of classroom training and/or OJT/OJE. (10%) Job Scope Influences project decisions having a moderate impact on the company that may include leading employees or contractors in the commissioning of electrical systems and equipment to be placed On System. 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) Ability to analyze and interpret complex electrical and mechanical systems. Knowledge and ability to apply problem solving approaches and engineering theory Knowledge of engineering designs, principles and practices. Knowledge of complex field test equipment. 4-7 years of professional engineering experience (1) (3) (See Note). Broad knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes methods, practices, and advanced engineering principles necessary to perform very complex or unique assignments for a specific Minimum of two related career experiences (4) (i.e., changes in technical job responsibilities, which may or may not include a change in department) OR Engineer in Training OR 50% complete (by hours) with advanced technical degree, M.B.A. 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 Graduate degree (1) or Graduate level work in Engineering, Business Administration or Project Management Certification Licensed Professional Engineer (2) (3) Strong teamwork, interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all management levels. Strong written and oral communication skills. Benefits Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $92,000.00/Yr. – $126,500.00/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.

Responsibilities

The role involves project execution, maintenance, and operations support of the Voltage Optimization program, along with engineering initiatives to automate and improve processes. Responsibilities include SCADA support, technical analysis, and system troubleshooting.