Electrical Engineer II or III

Duke Energy; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking an Engineer II or Engineer III to join the Project Management and Construction (PMC) group. The role supports major project development, interconnection design, cost/schedule/risk analysis, and design reviews under the PMC Design Engineering - Electrical manager.

The position emphasizes growing skills with independent work, adherence to standards, and collaboration across engineering disciplines in a fast-paced energy portfolio.

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited engineering degree required.
• Engineer II requires a minimum of 2 years engineering experience.
• Engineer III requires a BS in Engineering and 4 years of experience, or PE licensure.

Responsibilities

• Support development phases of major project scope and EPC bid package documentation.
• Assist interconnection design and agreements for development stage projects.
• Support cost estimates, scheduling, risk analysis, and bid evaluation.
• Provide engineering oversight to ensure compliance with project requirements and standards.
• Participate in design reviews, drawings, construction support, and commissioning.
• Prepare technical reports, calculations, and sketches; propose process improvements.
• Conduct and review power system studies.
• Assist in planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring activities.
• Develop positive working relationships and maintain accurate records.

Education

ABET-accredited BS in Engineering

Job description

More than a career - a chance to make a difference in people's lives.

Build an exciting, rewarding career with us - help us make a difference for millions of people every day. Consider joining the Duke Energy team, where you'll find a friendly work environment, opportunities for growth and development, recognition for your work, and competitive pay and benefits.

This position can be filled as either an Engineer II or Engineer IIIWhile the preferred location will be the Charlotte Plaza, other Carolina locations will be considered, including Raleigh HQ.

Summary

PMC is the Project Management and Construction (PMC) group within Duke Energy, responsible for building new power generation assets. PMC Engineering provides leadership and oversight of contract engineering resources for all phases of Duke Energy's major projects (development, design, execution, commissioning, and turnover to operations). As part of Duke Energy's broader strategy to meet rising customer demand and decarbonize the grid, PMC is actively planning and building solar, bulk energy storage (BESS), simple cycle and combined cycles generating facilities. Additionally, PMC is developing projects for advanced nuclear, hydro pumped storage, carbon capture, LNG storage, and potentially, offshore wind facilities.

The Engineer II position is the intermediate level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees in the Engineer II position solve complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with general supervision. An Engineer II is expected to develop advanced skills, and the ability to work with greater independence. An Engineer II effectively applies fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is fairly complex and varied. This Engineer II position reports to the Manager, PMC Design Engineering - Electrical.

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. 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. This Engineer III position reports to the Manager, PMC Design Engineering - Electrical.

Responsibilities

• Support development phase of major project scope and EPC bid package documentation.
• Support the interconnection design and agreements for development stage projects 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, design criteria, as well as applicable Duke Energy and Industry Standards.
• Participate in design reviews, drawing reviews, construction support, resolution of technical RFIs, commissioning support, performance testing and project warranty support.
• Prepare thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations, and sketches with the ability to conduct analysis and recommend process enhancements and standards related to area of assignment.
• Conduct and review power system related studies.
• Assist 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.
• Keep abreast of new developments, technologies, procedures, standards and equipment.
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally.

Basic / Required Qualifications

Engineer II

• 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 2 years engineering experience.

Engineer III

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program or state registration as a Professional Engineer. A master's degree in engineering will be considered in lieu of the B. S. engineering degree.
• Minimum of 4 years of engineering experience.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

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