General Engineer - distribution Capacity Planning

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Position Overview

This position leads and supports capacity planning efforts to ensure the reliability, resilience, and efficiency of ComEd's electric distribution system. This role develops and applies advanced planning methodologies, load forecasting, and system modeling to anticipate future grid needs driven by electrification, distributed energy resources (DER), climate impacts, and policy mandates such as the Climate and Equitable Jobs Act (CEJA). Also, this role collaborates across engineering, operations, and regulatory teams to identify and justify infrastructure investments, optimize system performance, and support decarbonization. This role provides technical expertise and strategic guidance to inform capital planning, grid modernization initiatives, and customer programs. This position may require the candidate to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Primary Duties and 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.

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. 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. 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. (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.)

Preferred Qualifications

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.

Benefits

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $90,400.00/Yr. – $124,300.00/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. Exelon is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and employees or applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to: age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. If you are an individual with a disability and need an accommodation to complete the application, please email us at DandI@exeloncorp.com.