General Engineer - Substation Engineering
Core
Engineer and design the backbone of ComEd's substation infrastructure, expanding system capacity and modernizing infrastructure to meet load growth and reliability objectives.
Role type
Senior IC substation and transmission engineer
Builds
Transmission & Substation Engineering electrical projects from design through commissioning
Domain
Utility energy / Power systems engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
Large power system infrastructure expertise, Engineering calculations (AC/DC loads, battery systems, lightning protection), Ground grid calculations, Lightning/shielding studies, Ratings/BIL checks, AC/DC load profiles, Auxiliary systems design, One-line diagrams, Equipment sizing, Submittal reviews, RFI responses, Change-order technical support, Field troubleshooting, Peer review, Technical writing, Project planning, Budget management, Multi-discipline team leadership
Preferred skills
Graduate degree in Engineering, Project Management Certification, EIT or PE license, Advanced technical degree in Business Administration
Technologies
Complex field test equipment, Engineering design software, CAD tools
Responsibilities
Lead and perform engineering tasks for critical or complex projects in large power system infrastructure; Evaluate, develop, and implement projects with significant financial and operational impact; Plan, write, and perform tasks for documentation deliverables; Participate in project planning, field/site walkdowns, and meetings; Provide technical training, mentorship, and peer review; Collaborate cross-functionally to design, review, and coordinate project work; Perform engineering calculations for battery systems, AC/DC power systems, and lightning protection studies.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with mentorship responsibilities