Senior Distribution System Operator - Grid Reliability

Exelon; Joliet (IL); On-site; USD 91,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary range and bonus program

Comprehensive benefits package

401(k) matching and company match

Job summary

Exelon is seeking a Distribution System Operator 2 to oversee real-time switching, tagging, and restoration duties for the electric distribution network in Illinois. You will lead safety procedures, coordinate with field teams, monitor SCADA systems and maps, and guide less-experienced staff through emergencies and outages.

The role offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to grow within a Fortune 200 energy company.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of Distribution System Operator 2 or equivalent experience.
• Thorough understanding of the EU distribution system and operating procedures learned through OCC training.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated ability to respond to emergencies and manage stressful situations.
• Ability to work shift work.

Responsibilities

• Follow established policies, procedures and guidelines on distribution system operations.
• Gather and analyze system data to determine feasibility of switching requests.
• Compile switching routines within system loading and configuration parameters and provide guidelines to ensure proper clearance for switching requests.
• Independently direct electrical switching, placement of safety tags and testing activities.
• Notify and direct appropriate personnel for outages, equipment failure and emergencies.
• Provide training for less experienced employees.
• Maintain system voltages, line and equipment loadings within acceptable limits.
• Keep supervisors informed of abnormal system conditions and outages.
• Maintain current system status information on SCADA displays and maps.
• Maintain operating log and interruption reports.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Emergency response

Shift work

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, math, or business

Job description

Exelon is seeking a Distribution System Operator 2 to oversee real-time switching, tagging, and restoration duties for the electric distribution network in Illinois. You will lead safety procedures, coordinate with field teams, monitor SCADA systems and maps, and guide less-experienced staff through emergencies and outages.

The role offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities to grow within a Fortune 200 energy company.