Assoc Engineer

Exelon Corporation; Kennett Square (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Fitness reimbursement

Referral bonus

Job summary

Exelon Corporation is seeking an Associate Engineer in Kennett Square, PA for an entry-level role supporting ESG in maintenance and development of EMS/iTOA systems. This hybrid position requires in-office presence three days per week and offers diverse engineering exposure.

You will assist with data analysis, design studies, and field work to ensure safety, reliability, and compliance with standards, while growing through mentorship and practical projects.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering.
• 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.
• Zero to two years of professional engineering experience.
• Limited knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform routine assignments for a specific discipline installations, or service.

Responsibilities

• Assist experienced engineers in performing well-defined engineering assignments in specialized areas requiring engineering expertise, exercising independent discretion (e.g., collect data, perform complex analysis, interpret results, draw conclusions and clearly present a recommendation to management)
• Provides support to engineering and operating groups to analyze specific design, installation, and maintenance activities. Assists in the performance of complex engineering assignments (e.g., analyze and interpret the results of complex power flows and perform complex electrical tests, and analyze non‑specific and ambiguous results)
• Assists with technical consultation, plan developments, and recommendations for customer and company systems and processes (e.g., verify and validate studies, blueprints, or designs against accepted engineering principles and practices)
• Evaluates effectiveness of current technical systems and processes. Participates on teams (e.g., design high voltage transmission and distribution circuits, meeting all engineering standards and criteria)

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication skills

Engineering theory

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification

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, 20,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10.7 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).

We're committed to creating an environment where every person can thrive. Our employee experience is grounded in four tenets that guide how we support our people: purposeful careers, growth opportunities, community impact, and support to thrive.

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 Purpose

The EMS support group (ESG) creates and maintains the digital representation of the transmission grid. ESG s responsible for the maintenance and support of the data and functionality in the Energy Management System (EMS) and Total Outage Application (iTOA). Maintain all model related changes in the EMS and responsible for all database changes in iTOA. The model maintenance includes adding and updating ratings for the transmission equipment and contingency definitions. The engineers also provide support for all EMS application functionality. Provide real time engineering / operations support to System Operations staff focused on State Estimator and Contingency Analysis solutions. Development and review of operating procedures.

The Associate Engineer supports experienced engineers in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of Exelon's utility infrastructure, including electric or gas distribution, transmission, substations, and related systems. This entry-level role involves assisting with engineering studies, technical calculations, specifications, permitting, work packages, and performance evaluations to ensure system safety, reliability, and compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements. Work can include:

• Evaluating electric, gas, and/or communications system performance and analyzing outage data
• Identifying opportunities to improve safety, reliability, and performance
• Assisting in cost estimation, budgeting, and integrated system planning
• Collaborating with engineering, operations, construction, and external partners
• Conducting field inspections
• May be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies

Note: This is a hybrid position (in-office with remote flexibility). Employees are required to be in office at least three days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday). This position must sit out of our Kennett Square - PA office.

Primary Duties

• Assists experienced engineers in performing well-defined engineering assignments in specialized areas requiring engineering expertise, exercising independent discretion (e.g., collect data, perform complex analysis, interpret results, draw conclusions and clearly present a recommendation to management)
• Provides support to engineering and operating groups to analyze specific design, installation, and maintenance activities. Assists in the performance of complex engineering assignments (e.g., analyze and interpret the results of complex power flows and perform complex electrical tests, and analyze non‑specific and ambiguous results)
• Assists with technical consultation, plan developments, and recommendations for customer and company systems and processes (e.g., verify and validate studies, blueprints, or designs against accepted engineering principles and practices)
• Evaluates effectiveness of current technical systems and processes. Participates on teams (e.g., design high voltage transmission and distribution circuits, meeting all engineering standards and criteria)

Job Scope

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

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering
• 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.
• Zero to two years of professional engineering experience
• Limited knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform routine assignments for a specific discipline installations, or service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Possess Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification (2)
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with an interest in applying engineering concepts to real‑world systems
• Effective written and verbal communication skills to convey technical information clearly to both technical and non‑technical audiences
• Demonstrated initiative through internships, co‑ops, academic projects, or relevant extracurricular activities

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $72,800.00/Yr. – $100,100.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 7%
• 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.