ComEd - Engineering Tech

Exelon; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 78,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a motivated Engineering Technician to join their team. This role involves testing and commissioning electrical power distribution equipment, ensuring safety and reliability in energy systems. You will have the opportunity to work in the field, troubleshoot equipment, and contribute to a cleaner, brighter future. With a focus on innovation and community service, this position offers competitive pay, excellent benefits, and the chance to make a tangible impact in the energy sector. If you are passionate about technology and problem-solving, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Annual bonus

401(k) match

Insurance

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Take-home vehicle

Overtime pay

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in a technical field or relevant experience required.
• Knowledge of maintenance standards and ability to read blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Conduct maintenance and testing activities on power equipment.
• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on relays and communications.

Skills

Testing and Commissioning

Electrical Power Distribution

Troubleshooting

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Bachelor's in a Technical Field

Associate's Degree

Tools

SCADA

Test Instruments

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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 are 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 across 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 prioritize diverse voices, fresh perspectives, and bold thinking. Transforming energy's future is challenging, but we offer competitive pay, incentives, excellent benefits, and rewarding career opportunities.
If you enjoy working in the field and troubleshooting substation equipment, then this is the job for you. The position involves work in ComEd’s West region, includes a take-home vehicle, and offers overtime pay. Testing and Commissioning engineers are frontline field engineers who commission, maintain, and troubleshoot transmission and distribution protection and control systems within substations. System types include relays, SCADA, automation, power and control equipment, fiber optics, power line carrier, and revenue metering. Responsibilities include creating commissioning plans, writing procedures, testing, analyzing results, troubleshooting malfunctions, supporting maintenance, and performing preventive tasks. They also lead in field activities, support outage planning, maintain engineering documents, assist with audits, and promote safety culture.

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Primary Purpose

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

Works on larger jobs, small projects, and routines under guidance, focusing on electrical power distribution equipment and control circuits. The role involves testing and commissioning of transmission and distribution substation equipment. Extended hours, including storms or emergencies, may be required.

Primary Duties

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on relays, communications, power reclosers, etc., following manuals (35%)
• Conduct acceptance and in-service testing of equipment like transformers, circuit breakers, panels, SCADA, etc. (20%)
• Assist with restoring malfunctioning equipment during emergencies through testing (20%)
• Participate in on-the-job and classroom training (15%)
• Complete documentation such as reports, test data, relay settings, etc. (10%)

Job Scope

Conduct maintenance and testing activities on power equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in a technical field with 0-3 years experience, or associate’s with 2-5 years, or 5-7 years relevant experience/education.
• Successful completion of the TECH Test (exempt with an Engineering degree).
• Knowledge of standards, codes, and practices for maintenance, testing, or installation.
• Ability to read blueprints and use test instruments.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Valid driver’s license and willingness to travel and respond to emergencies.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s in Engineering.
• Experience with electrical power equipment, troubleshooting, especially in automation.

Benefits

• Salary range: $78,400 - $107,800/year
• Annual bonus, 401(k) match, insurance, paid time off, wellness programs, and more.