Sr Engineer

About the role

We are seeking experienced engineers to join our Substation and Strategic Planning team. The primary purpose of this role is to support long-term strategic planning, capacity expansion, electrification, clean energy, and climate adaptation. You will plan and oversee large, complex capacity expansion projects such as substation expansions and new substations. Senior Engineers are expected to lead and innovate in these areas, while General Engineers are expected to provide foundational technical support and grow into more advanced responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Serves as an expert for a designated planning area, including knowledge of substation design, and issues long range plans.
• 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, 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.
• Recommends strategies to improve system performance and cost-effectiveness to align with company goals.
• Provides mentorship, peer review, and technical training to distribution 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.
• Participates in or leads cross-departmental meetings/conference calls to ensure alignment within the company (may include providing direct oversight of contractors).
• Supports regulatory filings (e.g. CPCN, Reconciliation, Grid Plan, etc.).

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Licensed Professional Engineer (2)
• 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 (1)
• Thorough knowledge and experience in unique areas of engineering expertise
• Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to identify and resolve complex issues
• Minimum of three related career experiences (4) (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
• Professional Engineer's License (2), advanced technical degree, MBA or Project Management Certification (1)
• Master's degree in Engineering reduces the OJT experience requirement by 1 year

Qualifications

• Graduate degree (1) or Graduate level work in Engineering, Business Administration or Project Management Certification
• Possess Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification and/or Professional Engineer license
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across all levels of management, with strong interpersonal and team-building skills
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• A working knowledge of analysis software packages such as CYMDIST, PSS\E, Python, PLS-CAD, Pole Foreman, Power BI, or similar
• Relevant experience in utility distribution or new business design, with substation experience
• Relevant background in utility planning
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a focus on applying engineering concepts to complex challenges
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting, with a willingness to contribute to group discussions and take direction from senior engineers
• Ability to clearly communicate technical information to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Participation in industry committees, working groups, or authorship of technical publications

Skills

• 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
• Thorough knowledge and experience in unique areas of engineering expertise
• Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to identify and resolve complex issues
• Collaboration and teamwork skills
• Communication skills
• Technical writing and presentation skills
• Software proficiency in analysis packages
• Problem-solving and analytical skills
• Project management and leadership skills

Benefits

Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $103,200.00/Yr. – $141,900.00/Yr. Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15% 401(k) match and annual company contributionMedical, dental and vision insuranceLife and disability insuranceGenerous 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 supportWellbeing programs such as tuition reimbursement, adoption and surrogacy assistance and fitness reimbursementReferral bonus programAnd much more