Senior Engineering Design Technician

PECO powers region through historic stretch of summer events and celebrations. PHILADELPHIA August 6, 2026 PECO Communications Infrastructure investments and operational preparedness helped support increased energy demand and influx of visitors during Philadelphia's landmark summer VIDEO AND IMAGES AVAILABLE: PECO's America250 Commemorative Flag Dedication video and photos can be found here. PHILADELPHIA (August 6, 2026) - This summer, the City of Philadelphia welcomed nearly 1.4 million visitors from around the globe to celebrate events ranging from FIFA Fan Fest and World Cup soccer matches to the Home Run Derby and MLB All-Star Game, to the commemoration of the 250th anniversary of American independence. PECO was proud to power these historic moments. As an extreme heat wave drove customer energy demand to a peak load of 8,438 megawatts (MW) on July 2 and severe storms challenged the electric distribution system throughout the region, PECO's investments in infrastructure and operational preparedness helped ensure reliable service for customers, visitors, and businesses. To help Philadelphia prepare for its role as a FIFA World Cup host city, PECO made targeted infrastructure investments to help deliver reliable electric service to the FIFA Fan Fest at Lemon Hill. Improvements included tree trimming, line extensions, new transformers, pole replacements, underground cable installations, and enhanced operational planning. These efforts not only helped ensure safe, reliable power for FIFA Fan Fest's critical infrastructure, but also created lasting benefits to the surrounding community by strengthening reliability and enhancing Lemon Hill's ability to host future large-scale events for years to come. PECO was proud to support Philadelphia's America250 celebrations through a series of community-focused initiatives designed to engage residents, celebrate the city's diversity, and strengthen neighborhood connections. During the Wawa Welcome America Festival, additional emergency response personnel were strategically assigned to the areas during each event to enhance readiness and response capabilities. As part of America250, PECO and Exelon joined Mayor Parker and the City of Philadelphia in dedicating a commemorative flag created by artist DL Warfield in collaboration with the Barnes Foundation and PECO employees. The artwork, which resides in PECO's Main Office Building lobby on Market Street for all to see, celebrates Philadelphia's legacy as the birthplace of American democracy and serves as a lasting tribute to the city's history and role in the nation's story. As Philadelphia hosted the 2026 MLB All-Star Week, PECO helped power one of the summer's marquee events by delivering safe and reliable electric service to Citizens Bank Park, the Pennsylvania Convention Center, and supporting MLB Network's broadcast operations. Through extensive planning, infrastructure assessments, contingency preparations, and strategic resource and crew deployment, PECO helped ensure reliable service and event readiness throughout the week. Throughout the summer, defined by historic events, increased visitors, extreme heat, and severe weather, PECO's investments in infrastructure, planning, and operational preparedness helped ensure safe and reliable electric service for customers, communities, and travelers across the service area.

Exelon Corporation reported second quarter 2026 adjusted operating earnings of $0.43 per share, up from $0.39 per share in the same period last year. The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance of $2.81 to $2.91 per share and expects annualised earnings growth near the top end of 5% to 7% through 2029. The utility company's results reflected higher earnings from distribution and transmission rate increases at its operating units, including ComEd and PHI. However, some subsidiaries saw decreased earnings due to higher depreciation and interest expenses. On 28 July 2026, Exelon's board declared a quarterly dividend of $0.42 per share, payable on 15 September 2026. The company also completed several financing activities during the quarter, with ComEd, BGE, and Pepco issuing bonds totalling $2.48 billion.

Student achievements, innovative research, and recognition. July 23, 2026 1:23 PM Morgan State University announced recently that student-athlete Tyrah Weems was named a 2026 Astronaut Scholar by the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation. With this prestigious undergraduate STEM award, Tyrah will participate in a year-long development program, including mentorship from a NASA astronaut. She is Morgan's fifth Astronaut Scholar since 2020, continuing the university's tradition of national STEM excellence. Alabama Agricultural and Mechanical University announced a $600,000 grant from the Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture to establish a data science specialization within its graduate programs in agricultural and bio-environmental sciences. This initiative will prepare students for careers at the intersection of agriculture, environmental sciences, data science, and emerging technologies. Tuskegee University announced that high school students from across the country recently completed a week of immersive learning on campus, collaborating to solve engineering challenges and explore aviation and engineering career options. Sponsored by the United States Air Force, the Mentoring Introduction to Aviation Science program, led by Tuskegee's College of Engineering in partnership with the Tuskegee Airmen Museum at Moton Field and industry organizations, introduces rising high school juniors and seniors to opportunities in aviation, aerospace science, and engineering. Jackson State University's College of Science, Engineering, and Technology recently held the closing ceremony for its annual Mississippi Summer Transportation Institute. In partnership with the Mississippi Department of Transportation, the institute provided students with early exposure to engineering and encouraged them to consider future educational and career opportunities. FAMU-FSU College of Engineering announced that researchers, in partnership with the Florida Department of Transportation, are developing a resilient off-grid power solution for highway traffic cameras using flexible Copper Indium Gallium Selenide thin-film solar technology. Unlike traditional rigid panels, these bendable photovoltaic cells wrap around existing camera poles, reducing wind loads and withstanding hurricane-force conditions. The two-year, FDOT-funded project aims to keep critical transportation infrastructure operational during extended power outages, enhancing emergency response and situational awareness after severe weather events. Denmark Technical College shared that, as demand for skilled energy professionals grows, its Center of Energy was recently featured in a magazine for creating pathways to high-demand careers. The article highlights three students who secured apprenticeships: electrical linework transmission with Dominion Energy, distribution linework at Gregory Electric, and a lineman trainee position at Black River Electric Cooperative. Exelon has announced that it was recognized by U.S. News & World Report on the 2026 "Best Companies to Work For" list and by TIME on the inaugural "America's Best Companies of 2026" list. Exelon stated on social media that these honors reflect its ongoing commitment to supporting employees while serving nearly 11 million customers daily. Hampton University's marching band performed in the FIFA World Cup Closing Ceremonies as part of Brooklyn United. Students described the FIFA World Cup Final Closing Ceremony as phenomenal. They were glad to represent Hampton University, Brooklyn United, and the Gamma Epsilon Chapter of the Omega Psi Phi Fraternity Inc. Last Sunday's collaborative ensemble represented 10 HBCUs with performers from across the marching arts community.