Engineering Technologist I

Duke Energy Corporation; Lake Wales (FL); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking an Engineering Technologist I in a hybrid role serving Lake Wales or Highland (Sebring) operation centers. This entry-level position targets individuals with an Engineering Technology background who will develop technical expertise and oversee work under close supervision.

Qualifications include an associate degree in Engineering Technology or a high school diploma/GED with two years of related experience. Travel is 5–15% and relocation is not guaranteed.

Qualifications

• Good written and oral communication are required.
• Ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds is expected.
• Candidates may have an Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or 2+ years industry experience without a degree.

Skills

Good written and oral communication

Diversity collaboration

Education

Associates degree in Engineering Technology

High school diploma/GED + 2 years experience

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.

Number of openings: Two (2)

Mobility: Hybrid

This position is open to Lake Wales or Highland (Sebring) Operation Centers.

This is the first level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role job classification. The Engineering Technologist I applies developing technical expertise to solve simple problems, and management skills to provide oversight of work in a specific area of developing expertise, with high direction and close supervision. Incumbents are expected to develop skills in their field of study, and the ability to work with some degree of independence.

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Associates degree in Engineering Technology
• In lieu of degree, a high school diploma/GED and two (2) years of experience can be considered.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the utility industry.
• Understanding of basic principles of project management.

Working Conditions

• Some business units may require visits to field sites and/or plants

Specific Requirements

• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Either Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with no experience, or 2+ years equivalent industry experience without a degree.

Travel Requirements

5-15%

Relocation Assistance Provided (as applicable)

No

Represented/Union Position

No

Visa Sponsored Position

No. 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.

Please note that in order to be considered for this position, you must possess all of the basic/required qualifications.