Sr Engineering Tech Specialist

Exelon; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 89,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus 15%

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Adoption assistance

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Exelon in Baltimore seeks an experienced engineer to lead complex projects across electric and gas infrastructure. The role includes mentoring junior staff, guiding design reviews, and delivering cost-effective solutions for reliability and customer satisfaction.

You will drive analysis, validate calculations, manage budgets, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to improve performance across Exelon's operations and emergency response capabilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 4+ years of relevant experience, or 6+ years without a degree.
• Ability to analyze electrical and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge of construction, operations or engineering principles and practices.
• Experience with complex field test equipment.

Responsibilities

• Leads and performs engineering assignments on complex projects with substantial impact.
• Applies engineering knowledge to resolve issues and optimize performance.
• Evaluates, develops and implements projects with significant financial and operational impact.
• May mentor junior staff and lead cross-discipline teams.
• Supports budget planning and stakeholder collaboration.

Skills

Engineering experience

Mentoring junior staff

Cross-team collaboration

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

Tools

CYMDIST

PSS/E

Python

PLS-CAD

Pole Foreman

Power BI

Job description

Who We Are

Exelon is helping build a more affordable, reliable energy future for the communities we serve. We're looking for people who are ready to make a difference and work together to deliver the energy our customers count on every day. Are you on for the challenge?

Primary Purpose

Leads complex technical efforts and mentors junior staff in the development of studies, specifications, and performance evaluations for Exelon's utility infrastructure including electric and/or gas distribution, transmission, substations, communications systems, and related systems. Drives integrated systems analysis and budget planning for major projects across Exelon's operations. Provides strategic recommendations based on in-depth evaluations of systems and processes. Oversees financial analysis and ensures alignment with project objectives. Facilitates collaboration across departments to resolve challenges and optimize outcomes. Work can include leading design reviews, coordinating with external contractors, validating engineering calculations, managing project documentation workflows, and developing cost-benefit analyses May require extended hours during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Primary Duties

• Leads and performs engineering assignments associated with critical engineering projects or a number of small projects with many complex features require extensive company experience that may include leading employees or contractors in the commissioning of electrical systems and equipment to be placed On System.
• Performs assignments in areas where engineering precedents are incomplete, lacking or require broad experience.
• Evaluates, develops and implements projects that have significant financial and operational impact.
• May serve as an expert for organization in a specific area or responsibility that may include the delivery of classroom instruction/training and/or OJT/OJE.
• Performs assignments while acting independently, and may lead multi-discipline teams.
• Provides recommendations and implements action plans to improve performance and cost effectiveness.
• Participates in technical and industry societies and committees to enhance knowledge of new technologies or issues in areas of company interest.

Job Scope

• Provides technical assistance in support of others.
• Influence decisions that have a significant impact on the company.
• Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 4 or more years of relevant experience, or 6 or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Ability to analyze and interpret electrical and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge and ability to apply problem-solving approaches.
• Knowledge of construction, operations or engineering principles and practices.
• Knowledge of complex field test equipment.
• Broad knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform routine assignments for a specific discipline installations, or service.
• Relevant education/experience is knowledge and/or skills that may be acquired through job experiences or education programs similar to a formal technical degree program. Relevant experience includes experience in a military role (transmission, distribution, gas, power systems, etc.), project management, journey-level electrician or gas technician, field operations, or other utility related experience, as deemed relevant to the role. Relevant educational experience includes company sponsored training programs (ex. PowerUp Academy) or other educational programs, as deemed relevant to the role. The equivalent relevant education / experience requirement is in addition to the position's minimum experience requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with commercial and industrial work is strongly preferred. Experience working on BGE’s electric or gas distribution system is preferred.
• Independently applies advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize and innovate engineering systems and processes.
• Leads technical discussions and communicates complex concepts to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders.
• Drives cross-team collaboration and takes a lead role in mentoring junior staff.
• Demonstrates initiative and ownership by leading projects, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing significant process improvements.
• Proactively identifies and addresses technical challenges, recommending strategic solutions.
• 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: $88,800.00/Yr. – $122,100.00/Yr.
• Annual Bonus for eligible positions: 15%
• 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.