Engineering Tech - Testing & Commissioning - Joliet, Illinois

Primary Purpose Works on larger jobs, small projects, and routine work under the guidance of an experienced engineer or technician, focusing on electrical power distribution equipment and associated control circuits to ensure proper electrical operation. Testing Group work is on transmission and distribution substation equipment. Distribution Automation work is on distribution equipment, generally outside substations. Thermographer work involves utilizing Infrared Thermography and Corona/UV scans on substation equipment. Battery Specialist work maintains batteries and battery chargers inside substations. Corrosion Control Group work is on transmission and distribution equipment. Position may require extended hours, including 24/7 coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies. Primary Duties Dist Automation – Performs well‑defined testing assignments under guidance of an experienced engineer or technician (preventive and corrective maintenance on supervisory distribution automation equipment). (70%) Dist Automation – Evaluates the effectiveness of the current distribution system design (analyzes and interprets field data from defined field tests). (20%) Dist Automation – Evaluates effectiveness of current technical systems and processes; participates on teams with distribution engineering and manufacturers to implement new designs. (5%) Dist Automation – Participates in training (attends ComEd, vendor and university classes; conducts training). (5%) Testing Group – Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on distribution and transmission relays, communications equipment, power reclosers, etc., following guidelines in the Field Reference and Maintenance Procedures manuals. (35%) Testing Group – Conducts basic hands‑on acceptance and in‑service testing of transmission and distribution equipment (transformers, circuit breakers, control and relay panels, SCADA, etc.) per Field Reference Manual guidelines. (20%) Testing Group – Assists in restoring malfunctioning transmission and distribution equipment under emergency conditions through hands‑on testing as outlined in the Field Reference and Maintenance Procedures manuals. (20%) Testing Group – Receives, participates, and provides some on‑the‑job and formal classroom training. (15%) Testing Group – Completes required paperwork (reports, test data, blueprint corrections, relay settings, etc.) to document work performed. (10%) Thermography – Performs preventive maintenance infrared thermography scans of substation equipment per assigned schedule. (50%) Thermography – Performs preventive maintenance corona/UV scans of substation equipment per assigned schedule. (20%) Thermography – Performs analysis of infrared thermography and corona/UV scan findings, initiating and prioritizing corrective actions as required. (15%) Thermography – Performs SF₆ gas scans and analysis to identify gas leak locations on substation equipment. (15%) Battery Specialist – Maintains specified station batteries in a manner compliant with NERC requirements. (70%) Battery Specialist – Performs annual preventive maintenance battery inspections on station batteries and chargers per annual schedules. (10%) Battery Specialist – Identifies and performs minor corrective maintenance on station and microwave batteries and chargers as necessary. (10%) Battery Specialist – Assists substation construction and/or contractors as a technical expert for major CM maintenance on station and microwave batteries and chargers. (10%) Corrosion Control Group – Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on buried distribution and transmission lines, microwave towers, reverse current switches, ISPs, etc., following ComEd and corrosion mitigation standards. (35%) Corrosion Control Group – Conducts basic hands‑on acceptance and in‑service testing of corrosion control equipment installed to protect buried transmission lines and related assets. (35%) Corrosion Control Group – Assists with restoring malfunctioning transmission and distribution equipment, performing hands‑on testing and repairs per ComEd and corrosion mitigation standards. (20%) Corrosion Control Group – Completes required paperwork (reports, data entry, map corrections, rectifier settings, etc.) to document work performed. (5%) Corrosion Control Group – Receives, participates, and provides some on‑the‑job and formal classroom training. (5%) Job Scope Conduct CMs, PMs, and project installation testing activities on power equipment. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in a technical field with 0‑3 years of technical experience, or associate's degree with 2‑5 years, or 5‑7 years of technical experience, or relevant education/experience if non‑degree or non‑technical degree. Successful completion of the TECH Test (a Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university exempts the TECH Test). Good knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform assignments for a specific discipline in maintenance, testing, installation, or service. Ability to read blueprints and schematics and use basic test instruments. Strong organizational and interpersonal communication skills. Valid driver's license. Frequent travel to various company substations or other locations within the service territory. Availability to work shifts and respond to emergency situations (7 days per week, 24 hours per day). Relevant education/experience may include military role experience (transmission, distribution, gas, power systems), project management, journey‑level electrician or gas technician, field operations, or other utility related experience. Company‑sponsored training programs (e.g., PowerUp Academy) are also considered relevant. These requirements are in addition to minimum experience requirements. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology. Technical experience related to electrical power equipment. Electrical troubleshooting experience preferred for Distribution Automation positions. Benefits Annual salary range based on candidate’s skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $80,000.00 – $110,000.00 per year. Annual bonus for eligible positions: 7%. 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, bonding/primary caregiver leave, and 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. Additional benefits as applicable. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr ComEd