Engineer - Voltage Optimization

Title: Engineer - Voltage Optimization (Distribution Automation)

Location: OAKBROOK TERRACE, Illinois

Engineering

Hybrid

ComEd

27190

Job 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.

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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 assignments while exercising independent discretion under the guidance of an experienced engineer. (e.g. Collect data, perform complex analysis, interpret results, draw conclusions, and clearly present a recommendation to management) (70%)
• Performs engineering tasks associated with large projects or a number of small projects. (e.g. Analyze and interpret the results of complex power flows and perform complex engineering tests, and analyze non-specific and ambiguous results) (10%)
• May direct the engineering tasks associated with a large project or a number of small projects (e.g. Verify and validate studies, blueprints, or designs against accepted engineering principles and practices. Design high voltage transmission and distribution circuits, meeting all engineering standards and criteria) (10%)
• Participates on teams and may lead teams. (10%)

Job Scope

• Provides technical assistance in support of senior engineers., managers and others.
• Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• 2 - 4 years of professional engineering experience
• 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.
• General knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform assignments for a specific discipline, various installations, or services

Preferred Qualifications

• Engineer in Training License
• Strong written and oral communication/presentation skills, report generation & technical writing skills
• Interpersonal skills & the ability to collaborate with peers and managers
• Consulting and needs assessment skills
• Time, project management and multi-tasking skills

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $84,800.00/Yr. – $116,600.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 10%
• 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.