ComEd · 6 hours ago
Sr Engineer-Distribution Capacity Planning
Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$103K/yr - $142K/yr
7+ years expComEd is part of Exelon, a Fortune 200 company leading the energy transformation. The Sr Engineer-Distribution Capacity Planning role focuses on capacity planning efforts to ensure the reliability and efficiency of the electric distribution system, involving advanced methodologies and collaboration across various teams to support infrastructure investments and decarbonization efforts.
Customer ServiceElectrical Distribution
Responsibilities
Performs capacity planning studies of the ComEd distribution system using CYME power flow analysis software. Prepares load forecasts and analyzes modification and modernization impacts to the distribution grid
Designs electrical drawings in AutoCAD and prepares scope and cost estimates for general load growth, Reliability, DER interconnection, Voltage Optimization, Distribution Automation, Electrification, Data Center, and substation projects
Evaluates, develops, and leads projects that have significant financial and operational impact. Plans, writes, and performs tasks for project deliverables
Provides support to the distribution operations department for planned or emergency switching requests
Participates in or leads cross-departmental meetings/conference calls to ensure alignment within the company (may include providing direct oversight of contractors)
Serves as an expert for a designated planning area
Supports regulatory filings and may serve as an expert witness or provide expert opinions on planning-related information
Recommends strategies to improve system performance and cost-effectiveness to align with company goals
Provides mentorship, peer review, and technical training to capacity planning staff and engineers
Engages with technical and industry organizations to remain informed on emerging technology and relevant challenges in the utility sector. Makes recommendations for business decisions regarding new technologies, engineering techniques, and tools
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Licensed Professional Engineer
Knowledge of engineering designs, principles and practices
Ability to analyze and interpret complex electrical and mechanical systems
Knowledge and ability to apply problem solving approaches and engineering theory
Detailed knowledge of applicable standards, codes methods, and practices unique to areas of expertise
7+ years of professional engineering experience
Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to identify and resolve complex issues
Minimum of three related career experiences (i.e., changes in technical job responsibilities, which may or may not include a change in department) OR Lead Member of a recognized industry committee OR Professional Engineer's License, advanced technical degree, MBA or Project Management Certification
Master's degree in Engineering reduces the OJT experience requirement by 1 year
License must be issued by the state in which you are practicing
PE License reduces the OJT experience requirement by 1 year
Career related experiences is defined as changes in technical job responsibilities and does not have to include a change in department
Items (1) and (3) are mutually inclusive, whereby the maximum experience requirement reduction is one (1) year
Preferred
Graduate degree or Graduate level work in Engineering, Business Administration or Project Management Certification
Licensed Professional Engineer
Strong teamwork, interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all management levels
Strong written and oral communication skills
A working knowledge of analysis software packages such as CYMDIST, PSS\E, Python, PSCAD, MATLAB, etc
Ability to analyze industry wide trends and implement enhancements
Benefits
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
Company
ComEd
At ComEd, we believe in being an energy partner, not just an energy provider.
5001-10000 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2021 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$23.3MKey Investors
U.S. Department of CommerceUS Department of Energy
2024-08-29Grant· $14.6M
2023-08-10Grant· $0.5M
2017-12-07Grant· $3M
Leadership Team
Melissa Washington
Senior Vice President. Customer Operations and Chief Customer Officer
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