Electrical Engineer I–III: Entry‑Level with Growth & Impact

PPL Corporation; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

PPL Corporation’s Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL family, are regulated utilities serving millions of customers. This entry-level engineer role, based in Louisville, involves working under close supervision on varied projects and learning company methods and procedures.

You will gather data, analyze results, prepare reports, and support engineering and maintenance activities while adhering to environmental rules and safety standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology (ABET-accredited).
• Entry-level position with supervision and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Identifies opportunities for improvement and suggests improved methods.
• Gathers, correlates, and analyzes specific data using established procedures.
• Performs detailed and routine engineering assignments involving established calculations, tests, and analysis.
• Performs routine tasks to become familiar with the company’s engineering methods, practices, and programs.
• Supports operating and maintenance functions with problem identification, engineering analysis, and problem resolution activities.
• Prepares and presents reports with conclusions of engineering activities.
• Assists other engineers with large projects as needed.
• Assists with development of goals, budgets, programs, and procedures.
• Plans and controls activities to provide an accident-free workplace.
• Conducts work activities with regard to environmental rules and regulations.
• Regularly reviews assignments to assure efficiency and cost effectiveness.
• Occasionally directs the activities of interns and others.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with all policies and standards.

Skills

Engineering analysis

Business perspective

Education

ABET-accredited degree

Job description

PPL Corporation’s Louisville Gas and Electric Company and Kentucky Utilities Company, part of the PPL family, are regulated utilities serving millions of customers. This entry-level engineer role, based in Louisville, involves working under close supervision on varied projects and learning company methods and procedures.

You will gather data, analyze results, prepare reports, and support engineering and maintenance activities while adhering to environmental rules and safety standards.