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This position can be hired as either an Engineer I or Engineer II depending on experience.

Position Summary

The Engineer I/II position is the entry level and intermediate levels, respectively, of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer I/II position solve problems in engineering areas of specialization with close supervision. An Engineer I/II is expected to develop skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer I/II has knowledge of fundamental concepts and procedures.

Responsibilities

The responsibilities of this position include:

• Single Line Diagram review and approval
• Material Ordering from long lead major equipment to individual connectors
• Preparing specifications for non-standard equipment
• Ground grid engineering
• Lightning protection engineering
• Below grade conduit engineering
• Conductor and connector sizing
• Drawing review for assigned projects
• Engineering support during construction
• Provides engineering/technical expertise and guidance in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems of increasing scope and complexity.
• Contributes to team decision-making in the accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring of work activities; deals with changing priorities and differing situations and makes decisions that may affect the work of the team.
• Prepares thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches related to well-defined problems and analysis of increasing scope and complexity.
• Conducts engineering and related studies; completes routine engineering projects with minimal oversight with increasing ability to independently manage project schedules and interfaces; increasingly competent to design, operate and maintain systems with moderate impact on existing systems.
• Possesses and applies the fundamental concepts, practices and procedures, proficient in technical and analytical competencies.
• 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.

Required Basic Qualifications

Engineer I

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program

Engineer II

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering from an ABET accredited program
• 2 years minimum required related experience

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering
• Passing grade on the Engineering Fundamentals Exam.
• Increasingly proficient in principles of project management.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly grasp new techniques, deal with rapid changes in priorities, and remain calm and effective in stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to meet required deadlines while simultaneously completing other tasks.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with peers, partners, customers, and the public by adapting to various personality styles in a professional manner.
• Experience in the Electric Utility Industry.
• Experience in electric utility substation design.
• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Experience with AutoCAD 2010 or newer
• Experience with (Autodesk) Inventor
• Experience with WinIGS

Working Conditions

• Some travel (<10%) outside geographical area.
• Office environment with frequent site visits, in various weather conditions.
• May need to work in confined spaces and/or in noisy work areas. Exposure to potential hazards is commonplace.
• Exposure to hazards is commonplace. Hazardous areas routinely encountered include open ditches, heavy machinery, excessive noise, vehicle traffic and high voltage equipment.
• Hybrid Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable commute to their designated Duke Energy facility.

Specific Requirements

• Able to drive personal vehicle or company vehicle.
• Must have the ability to walk extended distances on various types of terrain.
• Must have the overall stamina and ability to perform moderate physical activity.
• Must have the ability to audibly and visually identify the presence of a danger or hazard.
• Support for Delivery Operations during emergency storm restoration, which could require extended hours working outdoors in any weather condition.

Travel Requirements 5-15%