Methods Specialist ( Electrical)

Job Description

Description

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'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 OF POSITION

Assists in the initiation, research, development, and approval of construction, operating, and maintenance, work practices, tools, and equipment to support various business unit functional areas. The Methods Specialist works collaboratively and proactively with line personnel, management, external vendors, other utilities training staffs to initiate, research, design, evaluate, and develop work processes and tools that enhances overall safety, increases productivity, and reduce costs under the supervision of the respective Sr. Methods Specialist. The Methods Specialist works under the general supervision of the Methods Lead and spends significant time interfacing directly with his/her customers throughout the system and respective Sr. Methods Specialist. Position may be required to work extended hours, including 24 x 7 coverage during storm/s or other energy delivery emergencies.

PRIMARY DUTIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Assist in research, test, and develop field work practices, procedures, tools, equipment, and materials for various business unit functional areas (40%)
• Proactively interface with other EED Departments to promote work practices and procedures, tools and equipment that focus on enhanced safety, increased productivity, and reduced cost. (25%)
• Learn to develop and distribute Field Notes, Equipment Bulletins, and other appropriate documentation to alert the workforce to procedural changes, critical issues, and new tools and equipment (10%)
• Foster collaborative working relationships with counterparts throughout Exelon so synergies will be leveraged and 'Being One' will be part of everyday business. (10%)
• Assist Sr. Methods Specialist in providing 'Subject Matter Expertise' in ACE, RCI, and other related investigations to assist the business in safety, procedural, and legal requirements (10%)
• Assure timely response to emergencies and provide 24 hour/day coverage for emergency response support. (5%)

JOB SCOPE

The Methods Specialist utilizes project management skills daily as he/she interfaces with various departments and levels of employees while executing multiple tasks targeted towards improving and aligning work practices, procedures, tools, and equipment that focus on driving world-class safety and productivity. The Methods Specialist must demonstrate credible subject matter expertise, and is linked into RCI/RCA, ACE, Safety Meetings, Business Plans, Conferences, and other investigations to assist the business. In addition, the Methods Specialist takes an assisting role in initiating, evaluating, and testing new tools/equipment/work practices that will generate a positive Return on Investment for the company, increase the safety of the employees and improve productivity in the work force. The Methods Specialist must gain a comprehensive understanding of the Safety Rule Book and Work Practices so they can incorporate that knowledge with the daily routine and emergent requests for information, clarification, and interpretations they receive. In addition, the Methods Specialist must demonstrate the ability to understand and proficiently operate a wide range of equipment and tools in use by their customers. Finally, the Methods Specialist is required to respond to system needs on a 24 hour a day basis to meet the needs of the\ business.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree, in lieu of degree 4 years of relevant Field Experience. 2-5 years relevant Field Experience in the areas of utility operations, construction and maintenance for primary (4kV and above) electric and/or natural gas systems General knowledge and experience with regulations, guides, standards, codes, methods, and practices necessary to perform assignments for a specific discipline, various installations, or services

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Electrical experience is required
• Strong written and oral communication/presentation skills, report generation & technical writing skills Interpersonal skills
• The ability to collaborate with peers and managers
• Consulting and needs assessment skills
• Time, project management and multi-tasking skills