Sr Engineering Tech Specialist - T&S Engineering Programs

Pepco; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 89,000 - 122,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual salary will vary based on a ...

Annual Bonus for eligible positions:

401(k) match and annual company match

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

Generous paid time off options

Tuition reimbursement and wellbeing

Referral bonus program

Job summary

Exelon is seeking a Senior Engineering Tech Specialist to lead reliability programs and translate strategies into actionable field work. You will collaborate with engineers to deliver safety‑driven, standards‑aligned results and manage execution across multiple teams.

The role involves developing studies, plans, specs, costs, and documentation for planning, design, construction, commissioning, operation and maintenance of Exelon's assets with potential extended hours during storms or emergencies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in engineering or a technical field.
• Ability to analyze electrical and mechanical systems and interpret data.
• Knowledge of construction, operations or engineering principles and practices.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams on complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Leads and performs engineering assignments on critical projects with complex features.
• Evaluates and implements projects with significant financial and operational impact.
• Acts as an expert and may deliver training or mentoring.
• Leads multi-discipline teams and improves cost effectiveness.
• Coordinates across Operations, Field, Construction & Maintenance to resolve constraints.
• Develops and maintains execution documentation and work plans.

Skills

Electrical & mechanical analysis

Problem solving

Engineering principles

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in a technical field

6+ years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree

Tools

Field test equipment

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 Sr Engineering Tech Specialist - T&S Engineering Programs will lead execution of reliability engineering programs by partnering directly with Engineers to translate approved engineering strategies into actionable scopes and coordinated field execution. Applies advanced technical and engineering principles to resolve execution challenges, coordinate cross‑functional stakeholders, and ensure reliability improvements are delivered safely, efficiently, and in alignment with engineering standards and regulatory requirements.

Develops studies, plans, criteria, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, performance assessments, integrated systems analysis, cost estimates, budgets, associated with the planning, design, licensing, construction, commissioning, operation, and maintenance of Exelon's electric generation, transmission, distribution, gas and telecommunication facilities/systems. Provides analytical support and consultation and recommendations to the Company within and to other business units and/or customers as a result of studying company or customer-owned systems, processes, equipment, vehicles or facilities. Reviews financial data for budget and actual costs of projects. Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage 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.
• Leads execution of reliability engineering programs and workstreams by converting approved engineering recommendations, designs, and priorities into executable scopes, schedules, and technical work plans.
• Coordinates cross‑functional execution efforts across Operations, Field, Construction & Maintenance, T&S Engineering teams, and other organizations to address technical constraints, sequencing challenges, constructability issues, and operational impacts.
• Develops and maintains technical execution documentation, including scopes of work, engineering summaries, work strategies, field guidance, implementation readiness materials, and post‑execution documentation as required.
• Monitors and manages execution progress for assigned reliability initiatives; identifies risks, dependencies, and delivery gaps, and provides recommended corrective actions or escalations to Engineers and leadership.
• Provides technical support during implementation by resolving execution‑phase technical issues, responding to field questions, and supporting installation, testing, or commissioning activities as needed to confirm alignment with engineering direction.

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

• Clearly demonstrated team leadership abilities on critical projects.

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.