Engineer III - Asset Management

Duquesne-Light-Company-3; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Duquesne Light Company is seeking an Engineer III in the Asset Management division. You will support lifecycle activities for overhead and underground systems, leading planning and technical analyses to optimize reliability and cost.

The role emphasizes maintenance strategies, asset data integrity, and cross-functional collaboration. The position requires a Electrical/Mechanical engineering degree with 3+ years of relevant experience, and a valid driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in asset management or utility engineering.
• Valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop cost effective asset replacement projects and programs.
• Provide subject matter expertise to address maintenance, testing, repairs, and operations.
• Ensure compliance with internal and external standards (PUC, NESC, NERC).
• Establish preventive maintenance programs based on asset criticality and health.
• Promote safety and suggest improvements to operating practices.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

Asset management knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Maximo

Job description

Requisition ID20204-Posted11/02/2026-Duquesne Light Company-Engineering-Woods Run - 2825 New Beaver Ave. ,Pittsburgh, PA 15233-NonUnion-Full-time

Duquesne Light Company, headquartered in downtown Pittsburgh, is a leader in providing electric energy and has been in the forefront of the electric energy market, with a history rooted in technological innovation and superior customer service. Today, the company continues its role as a leader in the transmission and distribution of electric energy, providing a secure supply of reliable power to more than half a million customers in southwestern Pennsylvania.

Duquesne Light Company is committed to creating a culture of inclusion. We value and respect the unique differences and experiences of our employees. We believe that our differences lead to better collaboration, innovation and outcomes. We want you to join our team!

Summary

As an Engineer III within Asset Management’s Lines Maintenance Program Planning group, you will work on a team made up of engineers and subject matter experts primarily responsible for providing technical support and expertise for the lifecycle activities of Overhead and Underground, Transmission/Distribution Networks/Assets. These assets include but are not limited to poles, transformers, conductors, intelligent pole top devices, manholes, network vaults, radial vaults, underground cable, aerial cable manholes, pad mount transformers, network vaults, radial vaults, underground cable, aerial cable, and other associated equipment. The team is also responsible for:

• Develop and execute asset strategies that optimize reliability, lifecycle cost, equipment condition, and long-term system performance.
• Lead maintenance and technical support strategies for substation assets, including preventive maintenance, equipment failures, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and critical spare planning.
• Prioritize and manage asset replacement, capital, and expense programs based on condition, risk, reliability, and business needs.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and advance new technologies that improve asset performance and system reliability.
• Maintain asset data integrity and provide technical expertise to support effective cross-functional planning and decision-making.

As part of this position, the Engineer III will develop engineering solutions to complex issues while serving as a subject matter expert on transmission and distribution equipment to groups within and outside of Asset Management.

Engineer III will develop and sponsor Asset Management driven projects as well as resolve urgent issues that place customers out of service or pose a significant impact to system reliability.

Location

Pittsburgh, Pa - Woods Run Complex / Hybrid

Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintenance Planning/Program Management: Identify and develop cost effective asset replacement projects and programs to address aging infrastructure and performance issues. Prioritizes programs and projects to align with company objectives and system needs.
• Technical Support: Provide, subject matter expertise, and technical support to engineering, shops, construction, and maintenance personnel to address equipment maintenance, testing, repairs, replacements, operations, compliance and/or technical specification matters.
• Standards Compliance: Support compliance with all internal and external standards including PUC, NESC and NERC by developing, monitoring, and managing programs as well as maintaining records and data in accordance with established requirements to meet all applicable standards.
• Preventive Maintenance Management: Establish, maintain, and execute tailored preventive maintenance programs for assets based on asset criticality and health to increase asset life. Provide technical support to field operations personnel to ensure effective application of sound maintenance practices and testing procedures are followed.
• Safety Consciousness: Evaluate current work methods to ensure that all applicable safety standards are being complied with and make recommendations to improved company operating practices in line with industry best practices.

Additional Responsibilities

• Perform other job-related duties as assigned

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, or related discipline required.
  • In lieu of a degree, a combination of education and experience will be considered
• Three (3+) or more years of relevant experience required
• Valid driver’s license required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Transmission/Distribution utility experience preferred

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively in both written and verbal forms.
• Basic computer skills with Microsoft office proficiency.
• Experience utilizing Asset/work Tracking databases (such as Maximo) preferred.
• General knowledge of OSHA, NEC, NESC, NERC, FERC, and environmental regulations preferred.

Storm Roles

All Non-Union Employees will serve in storm roles as appropriate to their role and skillset. Please be sure to discuss storm roles with the hiring manager for this position, as duties can vary across the Company.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all people in all aspects of the employment relationship, without discrimination because of race, age, sex, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation and gender identity or status as a Vietnam era or special disabled veteran or any other unlawful basis, as defined by applicable law, and fostering a workplace free of unlawful discrimination and retaliation. This policy affects decisions including, but not limited to, hiring, compensation, benefits, terms and conditions of employment, opportunities for promotion, transfer, layoffs, return from a layoff, training and development, and other privileges of employment. An integral part of Duquesne Light Holdings' commitment is to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws concerning equal employment and affirmative action.

Duquesne Light Holdings is committed to offering an inclusive and accessible experience for all job seekers, including individuals with disabilities. Our goal is to foster an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone has the opportunity to be successful.

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