Job title: General Engineer – Communications Engineering
Company: Exelon
Job description: Job Description:Who We AreWe’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 PurposeTransmission & Substation Communication Protection Engineering applies communication technology and equipment in substations to provide communications between substations for relay protection of the transmission network. The high-speed communication channels between the substations allow the transmission network to automatically detect and isolate transmission power system faults in the quickest amount of time possible while impacting the smallest amount of the transmission system as possible.Engineers are provided opportunities for leadership and professional development: Lead Engineer for Project Design, Manage and Coordinate Databases, Contribute to Industry Working Groups and Committees, Drive Execution of Initiatives, Coordinating Among Multi-Discipline Teams, and Continual Enhancement of the Engineering Skillset. Develops and/or leads teams in studies, plans, criteria, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, performance assessments, integrated systems analysis, cost estimates, budgets, associated with the planning, design, licensing, construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of Exelon’s electric generation, transmission, distribution, gas and telecommunication facilities/systems. Provides consultation and recommendations to the Company within and to other business units and/or customers as a result of studying company or customer-owned systems, processes, equipment, vehicles or facilities. Reviews financial data from budget and actual costs of projects. Provides technical expertise to strategic, legislative and operational decisions. Participates in creating, updating, and applying internal/industry standards and technology in a specialized area of expertise. Trains and mentors others. Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.Primary DutiesPerforms engineering tasks associated with critical engineering projects or a number of small projects with many complex features.Performs assignments in areas where engineering precedents are incomplete, lacking or require broad experience.Evaluates, develops and implements projects that have moderate financial and operational impact.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.
Job ScopeSpecification and application of Communication systemsDesign of fiber optic networksDesign and operation of SONET protection network of 400+ JungleMux and ICON communication nodesOperation of communication tower network and microwave communicationsDesign of power line carrier protection channelsDevelopment of advanced protection communication networks including 61850 technologyReviewing project site drawings to develop of communication settings for protection channelsSupport field Testing and Commissioning Engineers while commissioning communication systemsInfluences project decisions having a significant impact on the company.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.
- 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
BenefitsBenefits
- 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.
Expected salary: $90400 – 124300 per year
Location: Oakbrook Terrace, IL
Job date: Wed, 25 Jun 2025 04:12:02 GMT
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