Engineering Technologist III

Duke Energy Corporation; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance provided

Hybrid work arrangement

Job summary

Duke Energy Corporation is seeking an Engineering Technologist III in Durham, NC. This mid‑level role provides advanced technical guidance, oversees work in a defined area, and operates with considerable independence while collaborating with field teams and customers.

The position emphasizes deep analytical capability, strong reporting, and ongoing skill development in a hybrid work environment, with travel and field site visits as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology or related field.
• 2+ years experience with a BS or 4+ years with an Associate, or 6+ years without a degree.
• Experience with field work and customer‑facing design tasks.

Responsibilities

• Provides deep technical expertise and guidance in problem identification, analysis and resolution.
• Ensures business goals through planning, organizing, estimating, scheduling and monitoring work.
• Prepares thorough technical reports, correspondence, documentation, calculations and sketches.
• Conducts engineering and related studies.
• Strives to continually improve job-related technical and professional skills.
• Develops positive working relationships to coordinate 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

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Technical reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology

6+ years equivalent experience

Tools

DesignLite

BOUD

Maximo

SEDS

AutoCAD

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.

The Engineering Technologist III position is the third level of the non-Engineer degreed technical support role. An Engineering Technologist III provides technical expertise to solve more complex problems and leadership skills to provide oversight and direction of work in a specific area of expertise, with some supervision. Employees in the Engineering Technologist III position are expected to develop advanced skills and the ability to work with a high degree of independence.

Responsibilities

• Provides deep technical expertise and guidance 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,
• Independently prepares 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 (Engineering Technologist III)

• Either 2+ years of relevant industry experience coupled with a Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or 4+ years of experience and Associate Degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology, or 6+ years equivalent experience without a degree.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering Technology
• Has a valid driver’s license
• Electric Utility Distribution Experience, especially with customer-facing design work
• Experience with Damage Assessment during storms
• Comfortable working safely in the field and driving as a lone worker
• Has experience working with customers and construction crews
• Experience using Work Order Design Tools, especially DesignLite, BOUD, Maximo, SEDS, or AutoCAD

Working Conditions

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

Travel Requirements

15-25%

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.