Sr Engineering Tech - Testing & Commissioning
Listed on 2026-08-17
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Engineering
Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer, Field/Service Technician, Test Engineer
Who We Are
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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, 19,000 colleagues strong serving more than 10 million customers at six energy companies -- Atlantic City Electric (ACE), Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE), Commonwealth Edison (Com Ed), Delmarva Power & Light (DPL), PECO Energy Company (PECO), and Potomac Electric Power Company (Pepco).
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.
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Primary PurposeTesting and Commissioning engineers are a front-line field engineering force that commissions, maintains, and troubleshoots transmission and distribution level protection and control systems inside Com Ed substations. System and equipment types include protective relays, SCADA, substation automation, power and control equipment, fiber-optic, power line carrier, and revenue metering.
The Testing and Commissioning engineers perform field testing and commissioning engineering activities associated with installation of new equipment along with troubleshooting, repairs, and preventative maintenance of existing equipment. The work associated with commissioning new equipment serves to improve system performance and upgrade capacity of the system. Commissioning new equipment includes creating commissioning plans, writing livening procedures, creating and running test plans, and analyzing test results compared to expected values.
They also troubleshoot and perform field investigations for malfunctioning power equipment, system events and protective relaying mis operations. They then support corrective maintenance to repair any identified equipment issues. Lastly, the Testing and Commissioning engineers perform preventive maintenance on protection system components and SCADA.
Position may be required to work extended hours, including 24 x 7 coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.
Primary DutiesTesting and Commissioning engineers are the technical authority in the field. They provide leadership by directing and supporting substation maintenance and contractor crews on work associated with these systems. They continually interface with Com Ed’s Central T&S Engineering, Work Management, Project Management, Operations, Data Maintenance, and Substation Maintenance departments to support the T&S daily work activities. The Testing and Commissioning organization also plays a critical role in substation outage / work planning, maintaining engineering drawings, relay/SCADA database management, NERC/CIP audit support, supporting the engineering PM & CM maintenance programs, and is a strong advocate of the Com Ed Safety culture.
If you enjoy being in a field work environment, troubleshooting equipment and hands-on learning, having a company vehicle, and the opportunity for Overtime, the Testing and Commissioning Engineering department may be right for you.
Provides technical expertise in support of projects. Influence decisions that have a moderate impact on the company. Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction.
Minimum Qualifications- A bachelor's degree in a technical field and 3 or more years of technical experience, an associate's degree and 5 or more years of technical experience, or 7 or more years of technical experience or relevant education, if non-degreed or a non-technical degree.
- Successful completion of the TECH Test. (A Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited university exempts the TECH Test requirement.)
- Broad knowledge and…
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