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Primary PurposePRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITIONLeads complex technical efforts and mentors' junior staff in the development of studies, specifications, and performance evaluations for Exelon's utility infrastructure including electric and/or gas distribution, transmission, substations, communications systems, and related systems. Drives integrated systems analysis and budget planning for major projects across Exelon's operations. Provides strategic recommendations based on in-depth evaluations of systems and processes. Oversees financial analysis and ensures alignment with project objectives. Facilitates collaboration across departments to resolve challenges and optimize outcomes. Work can include leading design reviews, coordinating with external contractors, validating engineering calculations, managing project documentation workflows, and developing cost-benefit analyses May require extended hours during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.
The Senior Engineering Tech Specialist - Transmission GIS SME serves as the technical lead for Transmission Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) data management, asset modeling, reporting, and system support. This role is responsible for maintaining the accuracy and integrity of transmission asset records, supporting transmission engineering projects, producing regulatory and operational reporting, and providing GIS expertise for transmission overhead and underground facilities.
The position works closely with Transmission Engineering Lead Responsible Engineers (LREs), Area Maintenance Engineers (AMEs), Standards & Asset Management, Transmission and Distribution Operations, and GIS support teams to ensure transmission assets are accurately represented throughout the project lifecycle, from design through construction and as-built documentation. The role will also support CMMS and GIS initiatives.
Primary DutiesPRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES- Leads and performs engineering assignments associated with critical engineering projects or a number of small projects with many complex features require extensive company experience that may include leading employees or contractors in the commissioning of electrical systems and equipment to be placed On System. (45%)
- Performs assignments in areas where engineering precedents are incomplete, lacking or require broad experience. (25%)
- Evaluates, develops and implements projects that have significant financial and operational impact. (10%)
- May serve as an expert for organization in a specific area or responsibility that may include the delivery of classroom instruction/training and/or OJT/OJE. (5%)
- Perform assignments while acting independently and may lead multi-discipline teams. (5%)
- Provides recommendations and implements action plans to improve performance and cost effectiveness. (5%)
- Participates in technical and industry societies and committees to enhance knowledge of new technologies or issues in areas of company interest. (5%)
- Serve as the Transmission GIS Subject Matter Expert (SME) for overhead and underground transmission facilities
- Maintain, update, and ensure the accuracy of transmission asset records within GIS and related asset management systems.
- Perform quality assurance and quality control reviews of GIS and asset data to ensure compliance with standards and data governance requirements.
- Review engineering designs, as-built drawings, construction packages, and project documentation for GIS implementation and asset updates.
- Support transmission capital projects, including line relocations, underground cable installations, and maintenance programs.
- Partner with Transmission Engineering, Asset Management, Operations, and internal stakeholders to resolve data issues and support project execution.
- Develop GIS queries, reports, and analytical products to support asset management, operational decision-making, and regulatory reporting requirements.
- Perform asset analysis, including feeder mileage calculations, asset inventories, infrastructure assessments, and regulatory reporting support.
- Support GIS system enhancements, process improvements, data migration, and implementation activities associated with GIS platform initiatives.
- Provide technical leadership, training, and guidance on GIS best practices while supporting modernization initiatives.
Job ScopeJOB SCOPE- Provides technical assistance in support of others.
- Influence decisions that have a significant impact on the company.
- Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction.
- Provides expert-level GIS and transmission asset management support.
- Influences decisions affecting transmission asset data quality, compliance, and operational readiness.
- Supports strategic initiatives involving GIS modernization
- Works independently on complex assignments requiring technical judgment and broad utility knowledge.
- Serves as the primary liaison between Transmission Engineering, Distribution GIS, Operations, Asset Management, and IT/GIS development teams.
Minimum QualificationsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS- Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 4 or more years of relevant experience, or 6 or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- Ability to analyze and interpret electrical and mechanical systems.
- Knowledge and ability to apply problem-solving approaches.
- Knowledge of construction, operations or engineering principles and practices.
- Knowledge of complex field test equipment.
- Broad knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform routine assignments for a specific discipline installation, or service.
- Relevant education/experience is knowledge and/or skills that may be acquired through job experiences or education programs similar to a formal technical degree program. Relevant experience includes experience in a military role (transmission, distribution, gas, power systems, etc.), project management, journey-level electrician or gas technician, field operations, or other utility related experience, as deemed relevant to the role. Relevant educational experience includes company sponsored training programs (ex. PowerUp Academy) or other educational programs, as deemed relevant to the role. The equivalent relevant education / experience requirement is in addition to the position's minimum experience requirements.
- Minimum 3-5 years of experience with ESRI ArcGIS products, including ArcMap, ArcGIS Pro, geodatabases, editing workflows, spatial analysis, and reporting.
- Experience maintaining and updating utility network asset data within a GIS environment.
- Understanding of electric transmission and distribution system design, construction, and operations.
- Experience interpreting engineering drawings, construction packages, schematics, and utility mapping documentation.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data management skills.
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects and priorities with minimal supervision.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and Access.
Preferred QualificationsPREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS- Independently apply advanced analytical and problem-solving skills to optimize and innovate engineering systems and processes.
- Leads technical discussions and communicates complex concepts to diverse audiences, including non-technical stakeholders.
- Drives cross-team collaboration and takes a lead role in mentoring junior staff.
- Demonstrates initiative and ownership by leading projects, managing cross-functional teams, and implementing significant process improvements.
- Proactively identifies and addresses technical challenges, recommending strategic solutions.
- Working knowledge of analysis software packages such as CYMDIST, PSS/E, Python, PLS-CAD, Pole Foreman, Power BI, or similar.
- Experience supporting electric utility transmission systems (69kV through 500kV).
- Experience with underground transmission and substation asset modeling.
- Experience with GE Smallworld GIS, Utility Network, or utility asset management systems.
- Experience supporting GIS data migration, system implementation, or enterprise GIS modernization projects.
- Familiarity with GIS database structures, SQL queries, and data quality management practices.
- Demonstrated ability to serve as a technical lead or Subject Matter Expert.
- Experience working in regulated utility environments.
Benefits- Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $88,800.00/Yr. - $122,100.00/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
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.
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