Sr Mgr, Substation Engineering

Who We Are

Exelon is helping build a more affordable, reliable energy future for the communities we serve. We're looking for people who are ready to make a difference and work together to deliver the energy our customers count on every day.

As a Fortune 200 company and one of the nation's largest utility companies, we have more than 20,000 colleagues who serve nearly 11 million customers through six fully regulated utilities - 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).

Exelon is built by people who put safety first, work together to solve problems and show up every day for our customers and communities. We believe strong teams are built on trust, respect and a shared commitment to high-performance culture. And our commitment to employees includes creating an environment where people can grow, develop new skills and build thriving careers.

We know this work isn't easy. That's why we offer competitive compensation, incentives, excellent benefits and the opportunity to build a rewarding career. No matter your role, you will be part of a team that is committed to making a difference, improving how we work and delivering for the people who depend on us.

Are you on for the challenge?

Primary Purpose

PRIMARY PURPOSE OF POSITION

This position acts as the single point of accountability for electric transmission, substation and relaying engineering and design activities within the company. Leads and directs the personnel and activities of the Substation Engineering organization, to optimize the engineering and design activities of the Substation Engineering group ensuring adherence to company standards while using technical expertise to maximize system reliability balanced with an understanding of the financial impact.

Responsible to ensure contractors provided engineering services meet the design criteria, technical requirements and established standards. Responsible for the engineering and design basis of transmission and substation equipment and systems for the company. Directs and enforces requirements for engineering standards used by external customers and independent power producers connecting to the system.

Departmental activities include engineering, design, and technical expertise of T&S equipment and facilities to optimize equipment operation and in support of the T&S field organization. Position may be required to work extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Primary Duties

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Drives and oversees the development and implementation of short and long term strategic and tactical business and labor initiatives designed to assure the highest levels of customer services and to achieve Exelon's safety, reliability and performance goals. (30%)

Manages the overall budget. Establishes and monitors business plans and business unit objectives. Balances cost control with appropriate capital and maintenance investments. (30%)

Develop and maintain an environment that fosters a high performance culture and a learning organization that values Diversity and Inclusion. Serves as a change agent for business initiatives and assures the human element is understood and considered. Assure timely recognition of employee contributions. Develops methods to assess communication effectiveness and implement continuous improvement initiatives. (15%)

Provide leadership to and development of the Substation Engineering team. Provide accurate and timely feedback regarding performance and operations. Conduct performance planning and appraisals. Identify opportunities for growth and learning. Facilitates open and honest communication with staff. Assures that upward communication is integrated into the process, including employee concerns and complaints. (15%)

Establish, maintain and improve relationships with other departments in Exelon, the regional operating companies and the local communities. (10%)

Job Scope

JOB SCOPE

Responsible for a staff of 13 direct reports with a total of 44 employees consisting of 2 managers, 1 supervisor, 20 professionals, 8 designers and 1 administrative support

Responsible for all of the company's electric substation assets covering a service territory of over 11,000 square miles including 3,600,000 customers.

Responsible for engineering, design and installation of approved substation projects. Assures compliance to regulatory requirements, and manages the design basis of the company's transmission, and substation assets. Area of responsibility is complex in nature and requires a solid understanding of associated technology.

Provides input into maintenance program requirements and supports the execution of $67 million of preventive, corrective, and reliability maintenance expenditures associated with over 840 Transmission and Distribution substations.

Monitor and analyze equipment data trends to recommend and implement modifications of processes, procedures, specifications and/or standards to improve reliability and performance of existing equipment.

Provide expertise to determine equipment failure analysis and subsequent corrective actions for improved equipment performance.

Responsible for providing 24x7 technical support for materials, equipment, design, maintenance and construction standards, regulatory codes, and forensics analysis to internal customers ranging from front line electrician to vice president.

Responsible for the organization's response to emergent activities, catastrophic events and storms.

Actions have direct impact on safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction goals, the transmission revenue stream, the generation revenue stream of Exelon, and the public, political, and regulatory opinion of the company.

Operates autonomously with wide latitude for un-reviewed actions and decisions. Establishes performance goals and expectations, coaches, mentors and provides feedback to direct reports.

Maintains effective internal business controls by conducting audits, self-assessments, investigations and employee reviews.

Builds strategic alignment with senior management, Exelon Nuclear & key management peers (DSO, TSO, C&M, P&CM) and T&S associates.

Meet with regulators and government officials as necessary to support substation engineering practices.

Influence substation industry standards and specifications through department support and participation on national standards making bodies and research activities.

Other external contacts include co-generation and other key customers, substation equipment vendors, regulators, auditors and various municipal authorities (fire, police, city mayors, etc). Direct Reports: 13 Indirect Reports: 32 Total Budget: $6M

Minimum Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education - Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience - At least 10 years of industry experience, including 3-5 years as an electric T&S supervisor and/or manager.
• Certifications/Licenses: Valid driver's license
• Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of regulatory issues.
• Skills: Proven leadership ability in a high-performance culture, including coaching and facilitating business competency and performance management skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, build consensus, establish trust, and foster culture change and inclusion. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process enhancements and efficiencies including technology and performance. Demonstrated business and utility financial acumen, customer awareness, and ability to create value.
• In lieu of degree, 12-15 years relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Education - Graduate degree or Graduate Level work in Engineering, Business Administration or related field.
• Experience: Electric industry background in the construction, maintenance and troubleshooting of transmission & substation equipment and systems.
• Certifications/Licenses: Professional Engineer's license.
• Knowledge: In-depth technical understanding of transmission & substation components.

Responsibilities

• PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES
• Drives and oversees the development and implementation of short and long term strategic and tactical business and labor initiatives designed to assure the highest levels of customer services and to achieve Exelon's safety, reliability and performance goals. (30%)
• Manages the overall budget. Establishes and monitors business plans and business unit objectives. Balances cost control with appropriate capital and maintenance investments. (30%)
• Develop and maintain an environment that fosters a high performance culture and a learning organization that values Diversity and Inclusion. Serves as a change agent for business initiatives and assures the human element is understood and considered. Assure timely recognition of employee contributions. Develops methods to assess communication effectiveness and implement continuous improvement initiatives. (15%)
• Provide leadership to and development of the Substation Engineering team. Provide accurate and timely feedback regarding performance and operations. Conduct performance planning and appraisals. Identify opportunities for growth and learning. Facilitates open and honest communication with staff. Assures that upward communication is integrated into the process, including employee concerns and complaints. (15%)
• Establish, maintain and improve relationships with other departments in Exelon, the regional operating companies and the local communities. (10%)

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education - Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Experience - At least 10 years of industry experience, including 3-5 years as an electric T&S supervisor and/or manager.
• Certifications/Licenses: Valid driver's license
• Knowledge: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of regulatory issues.
• Skills: Proven leadership ability in a high-performance culture, including coaching and facilitating business competency and performance management skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, build consensus, establish trust, and foster culture change and inclusion. Demonstrated ability to develop and implement process enhancements and efficiencies including technology and performance. Demonstrated business and utility financial acumen, customer awareness, and ability to create value.
• In lieu of degree, 12-15 years relevant experience.