Prin Engineer - T&S Protection & Control Engineering

PECO is hiring a Prin Engineer - T&S Protection & Control Engineering to support highly specialized electric systems planning and engineering work onsite in Malvern, PA. In this role, you will lead studies and technical deliverables across planning, design, licensing, construction, operation, and maintenance, serving as a recognized technical authority for complex T&S protection and control topics.

At this level, the position influences strategic management decisions and sets technical direction for the organization. Responsibilities include consulting on advanced technical matters, evaluating complex issues, leading specialized projects and teams, and contributing to industry knowledge through committees and societies.

Primary Purpose of Position

• Develops and/or leads teams in studies, plans, criteria, specifications, calculations, evaluations, design documents, performance assessments, and integrated systems analysis related to planning, design, licensing, construction, operation, and maintenance of electric generation, transmission, distribution, gas and telecommunication facilities/systems.
• Provides consultation and recommendations within PECO and to other business units and/or customers based on study outcomes of company or customer-owned systems, processes, equipment, vehicles, or facilities.
• Reviews financial data comparing budget and actual project costs.
• Acts as a recognized technical authority in a specialized engineering area.
• May require extended hours for coverage during storms or other energy delivery emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Consultation and training on highly complex and unique technical areas using advanced engineering principles (25%).
• Evaluation of complex technical issues requiring highly specialized knowledge and recommending actions or programs for resolution (25%).
• Leadership of large specialized technical projects and/or teams to develop studies, proposals, and designs while considering cost effectiveness (25%).
• Participation in technical and industry societies and committees to expand knowledge of new technologies or issues in areas of company interest (10%).
• Participation in department planning, including budget recommendations and performance monitoring to accomplish committed results (10%).
• Serving as an expert witness and providing expert opinions for regulatory and/or legal proceedings (5%).

Requirements

• Master of Science degree in Engineering or a Licensed Professional Engineer.
• 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.
• 8+ years of experience in specific engineering areas and recognized industry expert status (reduced by one year for a Licensed Professional Engineer).
• Advanced knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, practices, and advanced engineering principles.
• Advanced knowledge of the latest technologies needed to complete specialized unique or complex assignments for various installation types of services.
• Industry expert who participates or leads industry committees or working groups, or has published technical documents.
• Note: a limited number of personnel have the required knowledge, ability, and experience; the license must be issued by the state where you practice.

Job Scope

• Highly influential on strategic management decisions with major impact on the company.
• Sets direction for the organization regarding technical issues.
• Applies technical knowledge to support a safe work environment and enhance customer satisfaction.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a Protection & Control Engineer.
• Experience completing short circuit modeling and impedance calculations.
• Experience with protective relay setting calculations and setting development, specifically the SEL relay product line.
• Experience completing coordination and breaker duty studies.
• Ability to interpret protective relaying schemes (electromechanical and microprocessor relays) and troubleshoot independently or in coordination with electric maintenance crews.
• Strong teamwork and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate with all management levels.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.

Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary: $122,400 - $168,300 (varies based on skills, qualifications, experience, and other factors).
• Annual Bonus (eligible positions): 20%.
• 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.