Engineering Technologist I

Duke Energy; United States; Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Energy is seeking an Engineering Technologist I to apply developing technical expertise and provide oversight under high direction. This entry-level role focuses on solving simple problems with supervision while advancing skills in the field of study.

The position emphasizes strong written and verbal communication, coordination across teams, and contributing to reports, studies and documentation to support company goals.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with no experience, or 2+ years equivalent industry experience without a degree.
• Experience in the utility industry.
• Understanding of basic principles of project management.
• Good written and oral communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Applies technical expertise in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems in area of expertise
• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
• Applies beginner level knowledge in preparing thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches
• Conducts engineering and related studies
• Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
• Maintains accurate records and files
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally

Skills

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

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.

Position Summary

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.

Responsibilities

• Applies technical expertise in the identification, analysis and resolution of problems in area of expertise
• Ensures accomplishment of business goals and objectives through effective planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling, and monitoring of work activities
• Applies beginner level knowledge in preparing thorough and accurate technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches
• Conducts engineering and related studies
• Strives to continually improve job-related, technical and professional knowledge, skills and performance
• Develops positive working relationships to effectively coordinate work activities
• Demonstrates effective verbal and written communication skills
• Maintains accurate records and files
• Supports the company's goals and represents the company positively and professionally

Basic/Required Qualifications

• Either Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology with no experience, or 2+ years equivalent industry experience without a degree

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in the utility industry
• Understanding of basic principles of project management
• Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
• Good written and oral communication skills

Working Conditions

Hybrid Mobility Classification - Work will be performed from both remote and onsite locations after the onboarding period. However, hybrid employees should live within a reasonable daily commute to a Duke Energy facility.

Specific Requirements

• Valid driver's license

Travel Requirements

• 5-15%

Relocation Assistance

• (as applicable)

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.