Electrical Engineer III OR Senior Electrical Engineer - Instrumentation & Control Design

Duke Energy; New Hill (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy’s Nuclear Fleet Corporate Design Engineering group at the Harris Nuclear Station (HNP) in New Hill, NC, is seeking an I&C Design Engineer III or Senior I&C Design Engineer. The role focuses on instrument control systems design changes, cyber security considerations, and digital/relational system integration.

Travel and site access are required. Qualified candidates have ABET-accredited engineering degrees, nuclear plant experience, and strong communication and project management

Qualifications

• ABET-accredited BS in Engineering required (Electrical/Mechanical/related).
• For Electrical Design Engineer III: minimum 4 years engineering experience; 1 year nuclear power plant experience.
• Senior Electrical Design Engineer: 6+ years engineering experience or 5+ years with state PE; 1 year nuclear experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop scope, technical basis, installation and testing requirements for I&C design changes.
• Provide engineering guidance in identification, analysis and resolution of increasingly complex problems.
• Plan, organize, estimate, schedule and monitor work activities; adapt to changing priorities.
• Prepare thorough technical reports, calculations and sketches for well-defined problems.
• Conduct studies and manage projects with increasing independence and impact on existing systems.

Skills

Engineering design

Nuclear power plant experience

Written and oral communication

Problem solving

Project management

Education

ABEP/ABET-accredited engineering degree

Master's degree in Engineering (would be considered in lieu of B.S.)

Job description

Disclaimer

This is the advancing level of the Engineering classification hierarchy. Employees at this level solve more complex problems in engineering areas of specialization with limited supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with even greater independence. They effectively apply fundamental concepts and procedures to work that is progressing complex and varied. Depending upon the desired qualifications of the successful applicant, the hiring manager may elect to fill this position at a higher level within the job hierarchy.

Summary

The Duke Energy Nuclear Fleet Corporate Design Engineering (CDE) department is the Design Authority for each of Duke Energy’s six nuclear sites. CDE is responsible for the execution of a fleet portfolio that includes design solutions supporting risk reduction, equipment obsolescence, and plant modernization. The Harris Nuclear Station (HNP) CDE team manages the capital engineering change portfolio at the HNP site in New Hill, NC. The HNP CDE Electrical Team is seeking to fill the position of I&C Design Engineer III or Senior I&C Design Engineer.

Responsibilities

Develop the scope, technical basis, installation, and testing requirements for engineering design changes that include but are not limited to Instrumentation & Control systems, Relaying, Digital Systems, Network Infrastructure, Cyber Security, Process Equipment, etc.

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.

Basic / Required Qualifications

• The incumbent must meet the minimum ANSI requirements for this position identified within the scope of Nuclear Operating Fleet Administrative Procedure AD-LS-ALL-0011, Confirmation of Regulatory Guide 1.8 Personnel Qualifications
• Note: This posting is for one open position.
• Dependent on relative experience, the level to which a candidate is aligned is outlined below.
• Electrical Design Engineer III: 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 engineering experience 1 year of nuclear power plant experience
• Senior Electrical Design Engineer: Bachelor of Science in Engineering from an ABET accredited program. A Master 's degree in Engineering will be considered in lieu of a Bachelor of Science in Computer or Electrical Engineering Minimum of 6 years of engineering experience or 5 years of engineering experience with state registration as a Professional Engineer 1 year of nuclear power plant experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer or Electrical Engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• State registration as a Professional Engineer.
• Proficient in practices of researching engineering and design issues, evaluating alternatives, making sound recommendations and preparing and presenting recommendations.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Proficient in principles of project management.
• Experience in the utility industry, specifically the nuclear industry.
• Experience with nuclear industry standard design process.
• Experience with Digital Control Systems, Cyber Security and/or Networking Infrastructure

Special Requirements

In lieu of one year of nuclear experience, a selected candidate is subject to the oversight and written approval authority of a designated qualified individual until the selected candidate becomes fully qualified.

Able to achieve nuclear site Unescorted Access/Security clearance.

This position may be required to have Emergency Response Organization (ERO) responsibilities which could include callouts with a defined response time to the site and an on-call duty rotation requiring the employee to be Fit for Duty.

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

Additional hours expected during scheduled refueling outages.

Occasional overnight travel.

Working Conditions

Typically, an office environment with some work in the plant to conduct system walkdowns and field support of modification implementation.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance

Provided (as applicable) Yes

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No

Visa and Sponsorship

This is not a Visa Sponsored Position. This role requires the ability to work lawfully in the U.S. without employment-based immigration sponsorship, now or in the future.

Diversity & Inclusion

Duke Energy values ideas that come from a diverse and inclusive workforce, and we’re dedicated to providing a work environment where all people are valued, respected and able to reach their full potential.

About Duke Energy

Duke Energy is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, including but not limited to lactation, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, medical condition, military status, or protected veteran status. Duke Energy complies with all applicable state, federal and local laws, regulations and ordinances prohibiting discrimination.