Senior Engineer - Substation Engineer

ComEd; Oakbrook Terrace (IL); On-site; USD 103,200 - 141,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Generous paid time off

Job summary

ComEd is seeking a Senior Engineer in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. The role focuses on engineering and designing substation infrastructure to meet load growth and reliability objectives. Responsibilities include leading engineering tasks, project planning, and cross-functional collaboration. Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of relevant experience, a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, and strong problem-solving abilities. A comprehensive benefits package is offered, including a competitive salary between $103,200 and $141,900 annually.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of professional engineering experience required.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex electrical and mechanical systems.
• Master’s degree in Engineering can reduce work experience requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead and perform engineering tasks and projects.
• Evaluate and develop projects with financial impact.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with various departments.

Skills

Engineering designs

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

Professional Engineer's License

Tools

WinIGS

CDEGS

Job description

Primary Purpose

The Senior Engineer is responsible for engineering and designing the backbone of ComEd’s substation infrastructure—expand system capacity and modernize infrastructure to meet ComEd’s load growth and reliability objectives so the grid can serve new load, and interconnect new resources. Plan and execute Transmission & Substation Engineering electrical projects from design through commissioning. This role translates forecasted demand and program priorities into scalable substation projects that can be built safely, efficiently, and on schedule. Provide technical engineering guidance for strategic and operational decisions; maintain and improve internal/industry standards. Train and mentor team members. Extended hours may be required during storms or other energy‑delivery emergencies.

Primary Duties

• Leads and performs engineering tasks and projects associated with a critical or analytical engineering project or a small number of complex projects that require specialized knowledge in large power system infrastructure, may include field troubleshooting, and peer review within the Transmission and Substation Engineering teams.
• Evaluates, develops, implements, and leads projects that have significant financial and operational impact, may also develop initial commissioning plans. Plans, writes, and performs tasks for documentation deliverables and projects.
• Participate/Lead in project planning, through field/site walkdowns, attend meetings and conference calls, provide budget recommendations, and monitor performance for the accomplishment of committed results. Leads projects in an end‑to‑end lifecycle (planning, design, procurement and construction support, commissioning, and closeout).
• Performs assignments while acting independently, and may lead multi‑discipline teams, may include providing direct oversight of contractors.
• Leads and performs assignments in specialized areas requiring extensive engineering expertise in large power system infrastructure, requiring maintaining state‑of‑the‑art engineering credentials in the specialized technical area.
• Serves as an expert in specialized area(s).
• Acts as an expert witness or provides expert opinions/engineering judgement as required.
• Provides recommendations to management and implements action plans to improve performance and cost effectiveness.
• Provides detailed technical training, mentorship, peer review, and/or guidance to others.
• Participates in technical and industry societies and committees to enhance knowledge of new technologies or issues in areas of company interest, and makes recommendations for business decisions regarding strategy for new technologies and/or engineering techniques and tools.
• Collaborates cross‑functionally with engineering, operations, planning, and other departments to accurately design, review, and coordinate project work, ensuring alignment with standards, scope, and organizational objectives.
• Performs engineering calculations for battery systems, AC and DC power systems, and lightning protection studies to ensure safe, reliable, and compliant project designs.

Job Scope

Role works to enhance ComEd station infrastructure (transformers, panels, feeders), ground grid calculations, lightning/shielding studies, ratings/BIL checks, AC/DC load profiles, and auxiliary systems.

• Planning: define loads, architecture options, one‑lines, preliminary equipment sizing.
• Design: detailed calculations (AC/DC loads, battery sizing, ground grid, lightning/shielding, cable/conduit tray fills), drawings (one‑lines, panel schedules, wiring diagrams), equipment specs and bills of material.
• Material Procurement & Construction Support: submittal reviews, RFI responses, field redlines, change‑order technical support, and field/operations support.
• Influences project decisions having a significant impact on the company.
• Applies technical knowledge to help promote safe work environments and to enhance customer satisfaction through successful project completion.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or Licensed Professional Engineer.
• Knowledge of engineering designs, principles and practices.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex electrical and mechanical systems.
• Knowledge and ability to apply problem‑solving approaches and engineering theory.
• Detailed knowledge of applicable standards, codes, methods, and practices unique to areas of expertise.
• 7+ years of professional engineering experience.
• Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to identify and resolve complex issues.
• Minimum of three related career experiences OR Lead Member of a recognized industry committee OR Professional Engineer’s License OR advanced technical degree, MBA or Project Management Certification. Master’s degree in Engineering reduces the OJT experience requirement by 1 year; PE license also reduces the requirement by 1 year.

Preferred Qualifications

• Graduate degree or graduate‑level work in Engineering, Business Administration or Project Management Certification.
• Possess Engineer‑in‑Training (EIT) Certification and/or Professional Engineer license.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate with all management levels.
• Strong written and oral communication/presentation skills, report generation & technical writing skills.
• A working knowledge of software packages such as WinIGS, CDEGS, etc.
• Ability to analyze industry‑wide trends and implement enhancements.

Benefits

• Annual salary will vary based on a candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $103,200.00/Yr. – $141,900.00/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