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Job Summary

“Depending upon the qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.”

Duke-Energy is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer to contribute to the development, design, execution, and commissioning of new generation projects to support our customers. Duke-Energy offers a collaborative work environment, career growth opportunities, and a competitive compensation package. Join us in shaping the future of the power grid.

This job posting is at the Engineer III or Senior level of the engineering classification hierarchy. You will provide engineering support for the PMC (Project Management and Construction) group in the electrical engineering discipline to implement new generation projects. The Electrical Engineer provides oversight of contract engineering resources for all phases of Duke Energy major projects (development, design, execution, commissioning, and turnover to operations). Projects may include solar, battery, combined cycle, simple cycle, and other technologies. Within PMC, the engineering team is responsible for technical management of all phases of project planning and execution to ensure project success factors are met.  These include but are not limited to scope, schedule, cost, quality, environmental, safety, communications, security, and integration.

The Engineer III position is the advanced level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer III position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with limited supervision. An Engineer III is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer III effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is progressively complex and varied.

Senior Engineer is the career/senior level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level manage work in engineering areas of specialization, with minimal supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and to have the ability to work independently, with guidance limited to unusual or complex projects or issues. They are fully competent in use of concepts and procedures. They identify problems, develop solutions and take actions to resolve. Senior Engineer represents a level at which career may stabilize for many years.

Responsibilities

The Engineer works as a member of the project team to support all phases of major projects, from initial project scoping and development to final project close-out. These responsibilities include:

• Support development phase of major project scope and EPC bid package.

• Support development with Transmission for interconnection design and ensure project contract documentation aligns with interconnection scope.

• Support cost estimate, schedule, risk analysis, bid evaluation and contract development.

• Provide engineering oversight to ensure compliance with project requirements, contract, and design criteria.

• Participate in design reviews, drawing reviews, construction support, resolution of technical RFIs and NCRs, commissioning support and project warranty support.

• On-site engineering support for construction and commissioning of projects.

• Provide engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis, and resolution of problems.

• Assists in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities under the guidance of higher-level employees.

• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities.

• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills. Maintains accurate records and files.

• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Basic/Required Qualifications

Note: This posting is for one open position. Dependent on relevant experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.

Engineer III

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.

• Minimum of 4 years of related experience.

  Senior Engineer

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.

• Minimum of 6 years of related experience

Desired Qualifications

• Interpretation and compliance with all applicable NERC (PRC-006, PRC-012, PRC-023, PRC-025, PRC-027, CIP-002, and CIP-10) and FRCC regulations

• Understanding of basic principles of project management

• Understanding of the NEC

• Good written and oral communication skills.

• Familiarity with AutoCAD software

• Experience in the utility industry

• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam and desire to complete PE license.

Working Conditions

• Hybrid Mobility Classification – Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility. ​

• Hybrid - The classification of Hybrid Worker carries the expectation of working from the assigned work location or project sites at least three days per week to promote durable professional relationships and support ongoing career development

• Willingness to travel the geographic territories of Duke Energy as projects may be system wide. Total travel 15-25%

• Position may be field based for large and long duration projects after construction start

Specific Requirements

• Required to wear personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, clothing, earplugs, fall protection, etc.) as needed

• Valid driver's license

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Travel Requirements

15-25%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable) Yes

Represented/Union Position No

Visa Sponsored Position No

Posting Expiration Date

Thursday, April 3, 2025

All job postings expire at 12:01 AM on the posting expiration date.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.

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