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Sr Engineer - Emerging Technology Smart Grid

Job in Oakbrook Terrace, DuPage County, Illinois, USA
Listing for: ComEd
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-05
Job specializations:
  • Engineering
    Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: ComEd - Sr Engineer - Emerging Technology Smart Grid

Overview

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 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 pursuit of excellence, we elevate diverse voices, fresh perspectives and bold thinking, and we provide competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. Are you in?

Primary Purpose

The Senior Engineer in the Emerging Technologies – Smart Grid team will lead and support the development, evaluation, and deployment of innovative technologies that enhance grid flexibility, resilience, and intelligence. This role is responsible for driving initiatives from ideation through execution, including system modeling, simulations, and field implementations. The engineer will focus on integrating distributed energy resources (DERs), electric vehicles (EVs), managed charging, microgrids, battery energy storage systems (BESS), and advanced analytics using diverse data streams.

The position requires close collaboration with cross-functional teams across engineering, IT, OT, and cybersecurity to support grid modernization and strategic technology roadmaps. The Senior Engineer will also contribute to pilot project design, industry engagement, and mentoring, while staying at the forefront of regulatory and technological trends shaping the future of the electric grid.

Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies
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Primary Duties
  • Lead or support smart grid and emerging technology projects (from ideation, scoping, finances, execution), including system modeling, simulation, and field deployments.
  • Familiarity with technologies such as electric vehicle (EV) integration, Managed Charging, vehicle-to-grid (V2G) concepts, and distributed intelligence applications
  • Contribute to the design and execution of pilot projects in emerging technologies focused on DER integration, grid edge innovation using data-driven approaches to improve grid performance and reliability.
  • Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies such as microgrids, battery energy storage systems (BESS), grid forming inverters, and state estimation techniques to enhance grid flexibility and resilience.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering teams (distribution planning, DER engg, Distribution automation), Beneficial Electrification, IT, OT, and cybersecurity teams to advance grid modernization, interoperability, and system awareness.
  • Apply data analytics to leverage diverse data streams (e.g., AMI, DERMS, SCADA, GIS, and IoT sensors) for grid performance optimization and predictive insights.
  • Stay current with industry trends and regulatory developments to inform strategic planning and technology roadmaps.
  • Support the development of business cases and technical documentation for emerging technology initiatives.
  • Participates in technical and industry societies and committees, enhance knowledge of new technologies or issues in areas of company interest, make recommendations for business decisions regarding strategy for new technologies and/or engineering techniques and tools.
  • Provides detailed technical training, mentorship, peer review, and/or guidance to others.
Job Scope
  • Influences project decisions having a significant impact on the company.
  • Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction
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; thorough knowledge and experience in unique areas of engineering expertise.
  • Ability to apply advanced engineering principles to identify and resolve complex issues.
  • Minimum of three related career experiences (i.e., changes in technical job responsibilities) OR lead member of a recognized industry committee OR Professional Engineer's License, advanced technical degree, MBA or Project Management Certification. Master’s degree reduces the on- the- job experience requirement by 1 year; PE license reduces by 1 year. Career related experiences defined as changes in technical job responsibilities and does not have to include a change in…
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