Engineer-Distribution Capacity Planning

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Primary Purpose

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

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

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• 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

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

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

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: $83,200.00/Yr. – $114,400.00/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.