Engineer-Capacity Planning

Exelon; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary disclosed

Annual bonus 10%

401(k) match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Job summary

Exelon is seeking an Engineer-Capacity Planning in Oak Brook Terrace, IL, to support design, construction and maintenance of utility infrastructure. You will perform engineering analyses, studies and budgeting to ensure system safety, reliability, and regulatory compliance in a hybrid work environment.

Requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 2–4 years of professional experience; EIT certification and advanced degrees are preferred.

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 of engineering designs, principles and practices.
• Regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods pertinent to the discipline.

Responsibilities

• Performs engineering assignments with independent discretion under guidance (70%).
• Performs engineering tasks on large or multiple projects (10%).
• May direct tasks on large projects or multiple small projects (10%).
• Evaluates effectiveness of technical systems and processes; participates on teams (10%).

Skills

Engineering Analysis

Data interpretation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Graduate degree (Engineering/PM)

Tools

CYMDIST

PSS/E

Python

PLS-CAD

Pole Foreman

Power BI

Job description

Engineer-Capacity Planning

Engineering

OAKBROOK TERRACE, Illinois

Hybrid

ComEd

30218

10/16/2026

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.

Primary Purpose

Independently performs technical tasks and contributes to the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of Exelon's utility infrastructure, including electric or gas distribution, transmission, substations, and related systems. This role involves performing 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 Analyzing electric, gas, and/or communications system performance and analyzing outage data. Identifying and implementing improvements in safety, reliability, and grid performance. Supporting cost estimation, budgeting, and integrated system planning. Collaborating with engineering, operations, construction, and external partners. Conducting field inspections and supporting project execution May be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies

Primary Duties

• Performs engineering assignments while exercising independent discretion under the guidance of an experienced engineer (e.g., collect data, perform complex analysis, interpret results, draw conclusions, and clearly present a recommendation to management) (70%)
• Performs engineering tasks associated with large projects or a number of small projects (e.g., analyze and interpret the results of complex power flows and perform complex engineering tests, and analyze non-specific and ambiguous results) (10%)
• May direct the engineering tasks associated with a large project or a number of small projects (e.g., verify and validate studies, blueprints, or designs against accepted engineering principles and practices. Design high voltage transmission and distribution circuits, meeting all engineering standards and criteria) (10%)
• 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) (10%)

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

• 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

• Graduate degree (1) or Graduate level work in Engineering, Business Administration or Project Management Certification
• Possess Engineer-in-Training (EIT) Certification (2)
• 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
• A working knowledge of analysis software packages such as CYMDIST, PSS\E, Python, PLS-CAD, Pole Foreman, Power BI, or similar.

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $84,800.00/Yr. – $116,600.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 10%
• 401(k) match and annual company contribution
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance