Associate Engineer - Newark, DE

Job Description
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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 (ComEd), 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 Purpose
PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION
The Associate Engineer supports experienced engineers in the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of Exelon's electric utility infrastructure, including distribution, transmission, substations, and related systems. This entry-level role is within the DPL Substation Engineering group and will involve assisting with engineering designs/studies, technical calculations, specifications, work packages, and performance evaluations to ensure system safety, reliability, and compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.
Work can include:
Evaluating electric system performance and analyzing outage data. Identifying opportunities to improve safety, reliability, and grid performance. Assisting in cost estimation, budgeting, and integrated system planning. Collaborating with engineering, operations, construction, and external partners. Conducting field inspections.
Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.
Primary Duties
PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
Assists experienced engineers in performing well-defined engineering assignments in specialized areas requiring engineering expertise exercising independent discretion. (e.g. Collect data, perform complex analysis, interpret results, draw conclusions, and clearly present a recommendation to management) (60%)
Provides support to engineering and operating groups to analyze specific design, installation and maintenance activities. Assists in the performance of complex engineering assignments.(e.g. Analyze and interpret the results of complex power flows and perform complex electrical tests, and analyze non-specific and ambiguous results) (20%)
Assists with technical consultation, plan developments and recommendations for customer and company systems and processes; (e.g. Verify and validate studies, blueprints, or designs against accepted engineering principles and practices) (10%)
Evaluates effectiveness of current technical systems and processes. Participates on teams; (e.g. Design high voltage transmission and distribution circuits, meeting all engineering standards and criteria) (10%)
JOB SCOPE
Provides technical assistance in support of others.
Applies technical knowledge to help promote a safe work environment and to enhance customer satisfaction.
Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Ability to analyze and interpret complex electrical and mechanical systems. Knowledge and ability to apply problem solving approaches and engineering theory. Knowledge of engineering designs, principles and practices.
Zero to two years of professional engineering experience
Limited knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform routine assignments for a specific discipline installations, or service.
Preferred Qualifications
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with an interest in applying engineering concepts to real-world systems
Effective written and verbal communication skills to convey technical information clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to work collaboratively in a team setting, contribute to group discussions, and take direction from senior engineers
Demonstrated initiative through internships, co-ops, academic projects, or relevant extracurricular activities
Benefits
Annual salary will vary based on a candidate's skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors: $71,200.00/Yr. - $97,900.00/Yr.
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 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